The Political Economy of Regionalism in East Asia: Integrative Explanation for Dynamics and Challenges

An exploration of the evolution of regionalism and regional economic relations in East Asia since the late 1990s. The book analyzes moves towards free trade agreements, cooperation in information technology, energy and environment, and agriculture, by highlighting preferences and actions of governmental and business actors.

Author: H. Yoshimatsu
Publisher: Palgrave MacMillan
Published: 04/23/2008
Pages: 213
Binding Type: Hardcover
Weight: 0.91lbs
Size: 8.52h x 5.88w x 0.72d
ISBN: 9780230516342

About the Author
HIDETAKA YOSHIMATSU is Professor of International Relations at the Graduate School of Asia Pacific Studies, Ritsumeikan Asia Pacific University, Japan. Dr Yoshimatsu received his PhD from Australian National University, Japan. He is the author of Japan and East Asia in Transition: Trade Policy, Crisis and Evolution, and Regionalism.