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Jayanthakumaran provides an updated summary of the Association of South East Asian Nations (ASEAN) and its economic, political, and social performances in the light of integration. By focusing on a continuous willingness to integrate regionally and globally, the chapter also draws attention to the stepping stone attitude towards regionalism rather than as a detrimental force for the region. ASEAN’s globally oriented commitment is reflected by the recent Regional Comprehensive Economic Partnership (RCEP) integration arrangement with Australia, China, India, Japan, South Korea, and New Zealand. Jayanthakumaran explores the recent developments and challenges that lie ahead regarding poverty and income inequality, and suggests using appropriate migration policies, innovative labour saving technologies, and appropriate energy and environmental strategies.
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Jayanthakumaran, K. (2016). Regional Trade Agreements (RTA) and the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN). In: Industrialization and Challenges in Asia. Palgrave Macmillan, Singapore. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-981-10-0824-5_4
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