Power Relations and Comparative Regionalism: Europe, East Asia and Latin America

The book explores comparative regional integration, focusing on the role of power in three contexts: the US and China, core states, and noncore states. It will benefit students and scholars of international relations and comparative political economy.

Format: Hardback
Length: 220 pages
Publication date: 30 July 2021
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd

The political economy of integration has been shaped by three dominant trends over the past two decades: globalization, economic nationalism, and regionalization. This comprehensive book delves into comparative regional integration, examining both intra-regional cooperation and the complex relations among regions in the context of power dynamics. While cooperation has been a central focus of integration studies, power has also played a significant role. The relevance of power is evident in the dynamics within the Eurozone, particularly between creditors and debtors. Similarly, integration in Asia cannot overlook the pivotal roles of China, Japan, and Korea, as well as the ongoing disputes surrounding Taiwan, Hong Kong, and the islands in the South China Sea.

This edited volume explores the multifaceted role of power in regional integration across three distinct contexts:
1. The influence of hegemonic external actors, such as the United States and China, on regional integration.
2. The roles of core states within regions, including Germany, China, Japan, and Brazil, in shaping regional integration.
3. The contributions of noncore states, such as Italy and Greece in Europe, South Korea and Malaysia in Asia, and Argentina, Colombia, Uruguay, and Paraguay in Latin America, to regional integration.

By examining these contexts, this book offers valuable insights for students and scholars of international relations and comparative political economy. It particularly appeals to those with an interest in integration studies and comparative regionalism, providing a comprehensive and interdisciplinary approach to understanding the complex dynamics of regional integration.

Weight: 492g
Dimension: 160 x 242 x 21 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780367763794