COVID-19 in South, West, and Southeast Asia: Risk and Response in the Early Phase

Aslam and Gunaratna's book provides a comprehensive analysis of states' responses to the COVID-19 pandemic in Asia, highlighting lessons learned about social, political, economic, and security norms. It explores challenges such as the gig economy, terrorism, extremism, religious identity, and cybersecurity, using country-based case studies to establish best practices and scalable solutions.

Format: Hardback
Length: 256 pages
Publication date: 19 December 2022
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd

Aslam and Gunaratna's comprehensive analysis explores the diverse responses of states in Asia to the initial challenges posed by the COVID-19 pandemic. While the pandemic's impact has been devastating, it has also shed light on important social, political, economic, and security norms in modern civilization. Contributors to this book examine how various countries, including India, Pakistan, Sri Lanka, Singapore, Indonesia, Thailand, Brunei Darussalam, and Jordan, as well as international organizations such as ASEAN, have learned these lessons, often through challenging experiences. The book delves into a wide range of issues, extending beyond healthcare concerns to address challenges such as the gig economy, terrorism, extremism, religious identity, and cybersecurity. Through country-based case studies, the book establishes a framework for understanding these complex challenges and developing effective strategies for addressing them. This resource is particularly valuable for scholars and practitioners seeking to comprehend the long-term impacts of COVID-19, particularly in the domains of security, society, and economy.

Weight: 660g
Dimension: 234 x 156 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781032272238