The sound macroeconomic fundamentals and favorable demographics of the countries that make up the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (Asean) should serve as a buffer against any risks that may arise from the US Federal Reserve's tapering of its bond purchases and the threat of rising interest rates.

During the 10th Asean Finance Ministers’ Investor Seminar (AFMIS) held on Tuesday, finance ministers from the region, which is set for economic integration starting 2015, affirmed the ability of member countries to withstand shocks from the US tapering and rising interest rates.

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