Asian Regionalism and Globalization

Flashcards covering key terminology and concepts related to Asian Regionalism and globalization.

Regionalism

A political ideology that favors a specific region over a greater area, often resulting from political separations, religion, geography, cultural boundaries, and linguistic regions.

Regionalization

The theory or practice of organizing regions rather than central systems of administration and affiliation.

Globalization

A process that promotes the integration of economics across state borders worldwide, creating a single society that functions together.

ASEAN

Association of Southeast Asian Nations, a regional organization established to promote economic growth, cultural development, and regional peace among its member states.

ASEAN Vision 2025

A commitment to maintaining peace, stability, economic integration, and enhancing the quality of life for ASEAN citizens through community pillars.

APEC

Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation, a regional forum established to promote sustainable economic growth and regional economic integration.

East Asia Summit

A leaders-led forum of 18 Asia-Pacific countries focused on regional peace, security, and prosperity through strategic dialogue.

ASEAN Plus Three (APT)

An initiative of ASEAN to strengthen partnerships with China, Japan, and South Korea to address mutual concerns in energy security and economic cooperation.

Transnational issues

Challenges that cross national boundaries, such as illegal migration, terrorism, and pandemics, which often require multilateral action.

Human Rights in Asia

The ongoing struggles for promotion and protection mechanisms in Asia, with the region lagging behind others in terms of human rights advancements.