Regional Integration ― Europe And Asia Compared

Asian and European social scientists examine and compare the integration process on the two continents, and draw some possible lessons for East Asia in light of the European experience that has culminated in the establishment of the economic and monetary union. From a number of specific disciplines, they analyze the integration history, process, achievements, potentials, and problems. Two contrasting studies each consider peace and security, economic and trade integration, monetary cooperation, and culture and values. A conclusion asks whether Asia should emulate Europe. Annotation c2004 Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)

Woosik Moon is Professor of Economics at Seoul National University, S. Korea. B. Andreosso-O'Callaghan is Chair of Economics, at the University of Limerick, Ireland.