A Pan-Asian unity for the Asian Century?
Asia is the largest continent in the world and is home to the most populous nations. The region has a deep history, from having the world’s first known and advanced civilizations to colonial rule...
Asia is the largest continent in the world and is home to the most populous nations. The region has a deep history, from having the world’s first known and advanced civilizations to colonial rule...
During the 19th and 20th centuries, countries tend to expand their territory, to increase natural resources and comprehensive national power. In the 21st century due to the globalization and advancement in science-technology, cyber, space,...
John West argues that the Philippines now has great potential to become one of the success stories of the Asian Century, especially if it draws some lessons from its neighbours. The Philippines appears to...
Prof John West’s book, “Asian Century on a knife-edge” takes a critical look at all major Asian economies and outlines a realistic scenario about the areas of improvement for them. We often read economic...
“As I argue in my new book, “Asian Century … on a Knife-edge”, over the course of the twenty-first century, India could well emerge as Asia’s leading power. Already, India’s economy is growing faster...
India and China have quadrupled their share of the global economy proving that not only they are the largest goods producer but also the largest consumers in this global village. Apparently with the target...
Regionalism is the process of promoting economic, political, and cultural cooperation and integration within a particular region or geographic area. Regionalism can take many forms, and can involve efforts to reduce barriers to trade...
The South Asian Association for Regional Cooperation (SAARC) is an intergovernmental organization that promotes cooperation and dialogue among the countries of South Asia. It was established in 1985 and is headquartered in Kathmandu, Nepal....
Introduction India, now in its 75th year of independence, has evolved into one of the world’s leading nations. India’s growth is portrayed as a country undergoing rapid economic expansion, increasing its military, and pursuing...
It is 100 years since we were supposedly getting over the war to end all wars, World War I, and forming the League of Nations with the purpose of preventing such a conflict and...