| ID | 095475 |
| Title Proper | Regional integration in ASEAN |
| Other Title Information | institutional design and the ASEAN way |
| Language | ENG |
| Author | Cockerham, Geoffrey B |
| Publication | 2010. |
| Summary / Abstract (Note) | This paper investigates regional integration in the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) by analyzing the agreements developed within the ASEAN framework since its founding in 1967. This examination reveals that, although integration in ASEAN is certainly influenced by norms and values, the integration process can be best understood by intergovernmentalism. While many agreements have been developed within the ASEAN framework and have become more legalistic in nature, they tend to mostly be in functional areas and exhibit low levels of transparency and delegation. The design of ASEAN is indicative of an overriding concern for state sovereignty as a key strategic interest for member states. |
| `In' analytical Note | East Asia: An International Quaterly Vol. 27, No. 2; Jun 2010: p.165-185 |
| Journal Source | East Asia: An International Quaterly Vol. 27, No. 2; Jun 2010: p.165-185 |
| Key Words | ASEAN ; Intergovernmentalism ; International Agreements ; Institutional Design ; Norms ; Rationalism |