The Emerging North-South Divide in East Asia: A Reappraisal of Asian Regionalism (Economics & Policy Studies) (Paperback)

by Hank Lim (Editor), Chyungly Lee (Editor)

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Product Description
This book is a comprehensive analysis of major elements of change in East Asia which will impact the political outlook and regional cooperation in economics and security. By taking a close look at these substantive issues and elements, the book will help readers to relate to the issues concerning the ASEAN economic community, such as the ASEAN-China free trade area (FTA), as well as the FTA between ASEAN and Japan. It also examines other bilateral efforts currently undertaken by many East Asian countries. The book stresses the need not only for domestic restructuring but also for closer co-operation which will lead to greater sustainable and dynamic growth for regions of East Asia.

About the Author
Hank Lim is Director of Research at the Singapore Institute of International Affairs and Senior Research Fellow at the Institute of International Relations (IRR) in Chengchi University, Taipei, Taiwan. Dr Lim's research areas include economic development in ASEAN and the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation. Chyungly Lee received her PhD from the Department of Government and Politics at the University of Maryland in 1995 and then joined the IRR at Chengchi University. She is currently an active participant in the Council for Security Cooperation in Asia-Pacific (CSCAP) and has been coordinating Taiwan's participation in CSCAP-related activities since May 2000.

Product Details

• Paperback: 218 pages
• Publisher: Marshall Cavendish Academic (August 2004)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 9812103384
• ISBN-13: 978-9812103383
• Product Dimensions: 8.8 x 5.9 x 0.6 inches
• Shipping Weight: 12 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
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