Assessing EU Leadership in Inter-regional Relations: The Case of the Institutionalisation of ASEAN Disaster Management

This book examines the EU's role in influencing the policies of other regional organizations by assessing its leadership in establishing ASEAN disaster management institutions. It explores the process of institutionalization and the roles of various actors, including the EU, Australia, New Zealand, Japan, the USA, and the UN. The book proposes an original framework that goes beyond the idea of the EU as a unique actor and adds a comparative dimension to the analysis of the EU's influence on regional processes. It will be of interest to scholars, students, and practitioners in EU External Relations, Security Studies, Regional Studies, disaster management, ASEAN-EU relations, EU actorness, and Asia Studies, international relations, and inter-regionalism.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 178 pages
Publication date: 29 January 2024
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd

This comprehensive book delves into the intricate dynamics of the European Union's (EU) influence on the policies of other regional organizations, particularly in the context of its pivotal role in establishing ASEAN disaster management institutions. Through a comparative analysis, the book explores the intricate web of actors and processes that shaped the institutionalization of the ASEAN disaster response mechanism. By examining the roles played by key actors such as the EU, Australia, New Zealand, Japan, the United States, and the United Nations, the book sheds light on the complex interplay of power, interests, and strategies that drove this transformative process.

In addition to providing a detailed account of the EU's involvement, the book offers an innovative framework that goes beyond the traditional notion of the EU as a standalone actor. It incorporates a comparative dimension, allowing for a deeper understanding of the EU's influence on regional processes compared to other regional actors. This approach adds valuable insights to scholars, students, and practitioners in the fields of EU External Relations, Security Studies, Regional Studies, disaster management, ASEAN-EU relations, EU actorness, and more broadly, Asia Studies, international relations, and inter-regionalism.

Chapter 1 of this book is available for free in PDF format as Open Access from the individual product page at www.taylorfrancis.com. It has been made available under a Creative Commons Attribution-Non Commercial-No Derivatives 4.0 license, ensuring wide accessibility and dissemination of knowledge.

By delving into the EU's role in influencing the policies of other regional organizations, this book offers a valuable contribution to the field of international relations and provides valuable insights for policymakers, researchers, and practitioners alike.

Weight: 453g
Dimension: 234 x 156 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781032019949