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Launched in 1992, ""Regional Outlook"" is an annual publication of
the Institute of Southeast Asian Studies, published every January.
Designed for the busy executive, professional, diplomat,
journalist, or interested observer, ""Regional Outlook"" aims to
provide a succinct analysis of current political and economic
trends shaping the region, and the outlook for the forthcoming two
years. This forward-looking book contains focused political
commentaries and economic forecasts on all ten countries in
Southeast Asia, as well as a select number of topical pieces of
significance to the region.
Launched in 1992, ""Regional Outlook"" is an annual publication of
the Institute of Southeast Asian Studies, published every January.
Designed for the busy executive, professional, diplomat,
journalist, or interested observer, ""Regional Outlook"" aims to
provide a succinct analysis of current political and economic
trends shaping the region, and the outlook for the forthcoming two
years. This forward-looking book contains focused political
commentaries and economic forecasts on all ten countries in
Southeast Asia, as well as a select number of topical pieces of
significance to the region.
Since 1957, Malaysia's economic development has been an account of
growth, transformation, and of structural change. More than 75 per
cent of its gross domestic product (GDP) comes from the
manufacturing and services sectors. However, Malaysia is stuck in a
middle-income trap and is facing challenges on the economic and
political front. In June 2010, Prime Minister Najib Razak unveiled
the 10th Malaysian Plan (2011-15) to chart the development of
Malaysia from a middle- to high-income nation. This publication
represents a policy-oriented stocktake and evaluation by academics,
policy-makers, and business people on Malaysia's achievements,
present work-in-progress endeavours, and some of the future
challenges facing the nation in its pursuit to achieve a developed
high-income country status.
Water has been dubbed the "oil of the 21st century" because of its
increasing global scarcity. In Southeast Asia, water resources have
been strained by the greater demand from different sectors such as
agriculture, industry and domestic users. This situation is only
likely to worsen in the future if active measures are not taken
now. Is there a standard framework that can be adopted to promote
cooperation in the use of water among countries? Could clearer
institutions in river basins provide the backdrop for a more
effective water management strategy in Southeast Asia? Does private
sector involvement or privatization resolve some of the "public
good" woes of water management? How does a sense of security and
ownership enhance sustainability measures in a country? How have
civil groups been able to promote effective water management in a
country? How have water shortages been overcome in a predominantly
urban city state? How have water pollution problems been resolved?
Is there a potential for water conflicts in the years to come? What
are some of the issues involved in sustainable watershed
management? This publication draws from regional and country
studies of the Mekong Basin, Malaysia, Indonesia, Singapore,
Thailand and the Philippines to understand the political and
socio-economic dynamics involved in water management. It is a must
read for anyone interested in water management issues in the
region, understanding the past and present and also looking to
future trends.
Launched in 1992, Regional Outlook is an annual publication of the
Institute of Southeast Asian Studies, published every January.
Designed for the busy executive, professional, diplomat,
journalist, or interested observer, Regional Outlook aims to
provide a succinct analysis of current political and economic
trends shaping the region, and the outlook for the forthcoming two
years. This forward-looking book contains focused political
commentaries and economic forecasts on all ten countries in the
Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN), as well as a select
number of topical pieces of significance to the region.
Launched in 1992, ""Regional Outlook"" is an annual publication of
the Institute of Southeast Asian Studies, published every January.
Designed for the busy executive, professional, diplomat,
journalist, or interested observer, ""Regional Outlook"" aims to
provide a succinct analysis of current political and economic
trends shaping the region, and the outlook for the forthcoming two
years. This forward-looking book contains focused political
commentaries and economic forecasts on all ten countries in
Southeast Asia, as well as a select number of topical pieces of
significance to the region.
Batam's economic transformation has been accompanied by a marked
degradation of its natural environment. Enforcement to protect the
environment has often been inadequate on many fronts, exacerbated
by population increases. Though regulations exist for the provision
of public amenities like wastewater and sewerage treatment,
existing facilities are run-down and ill-equipped to cope with the
present demands. The capacity of reservoirs to meet the present
demand for water is also strained because of the large population
base, with illegal intrusion and squatters further threatening
supplies. Economic and environmental imperatives can be reconciled
if more emphasis and resources are put into enforcing regulations
and protecting the environment.
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