Asian-African Conference

The Asian-African Conference, also known as the Bandung Conference, took place in 1955 in Bandung, Indonesia. It brought together leaders from 29 Asian and African countries aiming to promote economic and cultural cooperation, and resist colonialism and imperialism. The conference marked a significant moment in the Cold War, as these nations sought to assert their independence and unite against Western dominance. It laid the groundwork for the Non-Aligned Movement, emphasizing solidarity among developing countries and the importance of self-determination. The conference symbolized a quest for a more equitable global order.