There is great interest in the Pacific Century and its implications for the future. In this exciting study many of the ideas and expectations associated with the Pacific Century are placed under critical scrutiny. The book includes studies of particular countries such as China, Japan, South Korea, Vietnam, Indonesia and Malaysia. There is analysis of economic and political trends in the region, the reasons behind its rise and its importance on a global scale. "The Rise of East Asia" examines what is sure to be an historic turning point with immense significance world-wide. This book will be of interest to anyone concerned about the new approaches to the debate about the rise of east Asia and the coming of the Pacific Century.

There is great interest in the Pacific Century and its implications for the future. In this exciting study many of the ideas and expectations associated with the Pacific Century are placed under critical scrutiny. The book includes studies of particular countries such as China, Japan, South Korea, Vietnam, Indonesia and Malaysia. There is analysis of economic and political trends in the region, the reasons behind its rise and its importance on a global scale. "The Rise of East Asia" examines what is sure to be an historic turning point with immense significance world-wide. This book will be of interest to anyone concerned about the new approaches to the debate about the rise of east Asia and the coming of the Pacific Century.