The Emerging North-south Divide in East Asia

Download or read book The Emerging North-south Divide in East Asia written by Hank Lim and published by Cavendish Square Publishing. This book was released on 2004 with total page 228 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book is a comprehensive analysis of major elements of change in East Asia which will have an impact on 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 cooperation which will lead to greater sustainable and dynamic growth for regions of East Asia.