Asia-Pacific Diplomacy
Nongovernmental Organizations and International Relations
This book makes an important contribution to the study of international
political and economic institutions, arguing that as the regional
cooperation movement expands at the governmental level.
Description
The emergence of Asia-Pacific regionalism, as witnessed by the
increasing influence of the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation forum and
the annual ASEAN Post-Ministerial Conference, highlights one of the
major trends in late twentieth-century geopolitics and international
relations.
Reviews
Well researched and well documented, this book is a must for those engaged in Pacific-Asia business, whether governmental or nongovernmental.
- F. Quei Quo
Lawrence Woods has written a valuable book, one that contributes significantly to our understanding of nongovernmental participation in international efforts to achieve regional economic cooperation across the Pacific.
- Martin Rudner
This book will prove invaluable for those seeking a fuller understanding of the significant actors promoting regional cooperation in the Pacific Rim. Undoubtedly, the Pacific Northwest will continue to play a key role in what is fast becoming a dominant region of the world.
- Mary Hanneman