The South Asian Association for Regional Cooperation (SAARC)

The South Asian Association for Regional Cooperation (SAARC)
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Publisher : Routledge
Total Pages : 163
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ISBN-10 : 9781136671098
ISBN-13 : 1136671099
Rating : 4/5 (98 Downloads)

Synopsis The South Asian Association for Regional Cooperation (SAARC) by : Lawrence Saez

The text provides a comprehensive introduction to the SAARC, describing the historical developments that lead to its formation, it examines the institutional structure, objectives and effectiveness of the SAARC in its role as South Asia’s leading regional institution. Drawing on original research it offers a fresh and accessible account of SAARC, arguing that South Asia forms a unique regional security complex that enables certain forms of regional cooperation and bars cooperation on other issue areas

Regionalism and Regional Security in South Asia

Regionalism and Regional Security in South Asia
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Publisher : Routledge
Total Pages : 242
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ISBN-10 : 9781317069010
ISBN-13 : 1317069013
Rating : 4/5 (10 Downloads)

Synopsis Regionalism and Regional Security in South Asia by : Zahid Shahab Ahmed

Zahid Shahab Ahmed evaluates the progress of the South Asian Association for Regional Cooperation (SAARC). This study goes beyond economic integration to present a detailed appraisal of cooperation under the overarching themes of economic cooperation, environmental security, human welfare, and cooperation in security matters. According to the author, SAARC is making progress in addressing the myriad of issues on its agenda. The transition from agreements to actions and frequent interactions among the member states has boosted confidence. The progress of SAARC is more evident in the less controversial areas of human security, such as poverty alleviation, health and safety, human resources development, and higher education. Notwithstanding enthusiastic commitments reflected in agreements and action plans, there is a gulf between rhetoric and implementation most notably in sensitive areas relating to traditional security. In the light of the findings of this study, the author proposes that greater cooperation in common human security areas has a potential to pave the way for a cooperation on issues of a ’contentious’ nature, particularly terrorism.

The Emerging Dimensions of SAARC

The Emerging Dimensions of SAARC
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Publisher : Cambridge India
Total Pages : 332
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ISBN-10 : 9788175967458
ISBN-13 : 8175967455
Rating : 4/5 (58 Downloads)

Synopsis The Emerging Dimensions of SAARC by : Iftikhar A. Lodhi

Papers presented at a series of seminars organized by Institute of South Asian Studies, National University of Singapore.

Regional Integration and Economic Development in South Asia

Regional Integration and Economic Development in South Asia
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Publisher : Edward Elgar Publishing
Total Pages : 425
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ISBN-10 : 9781781005248
ISBN-13 : 1781005249
Rating : 4/5 (48 Downloads)

Synopsis Regional Integration and Economic Development in South Asia by : Sultan Hafeez Rahman

South Asian leaders have made it a priority to tackle key regional issues such as poverty, environment degradation, trade and investment barriers and food insecurity, among others.

EU - SAARC

EU - SAARC
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Publisher :
Total Pages : 22
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ISBN-10 : 3933307155
ISBN-13 : 9783933307156
Rating : 4/5 (55 Downloads)

Synopsis EU - SAARC by : Kant K. Bhargava

India and Pakistan

India and Pakistan
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Publisher : Univ of California Press
Total Pages : 144
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ISBN-10 : 9780520266773
ISBN-13 : 0520266773
Rating : 4/5 (73 Downloads)

Synopsis India and Pakistan by : Stanley Wolpert

"Stanley Wolpert's new book, India and Pakistan, represents another major contribution to his analysis of the subcontinent. In this work, he provides a hopeful yet realistic solution to the tensions between these two neighbors." MICHAEL D. INTRILIGATOR, University of California, Los Angeles, and the Milken Institute --

Pakistan & SAARC

Pakistan & SAARC
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Publisher :
Total Pages : 274
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ISBN-10 : UOM:39015052003970
ISBN-13 :
Rating : 4/5 (70 Downloads)

Synopsis Pakistan & SAARC by : Shashi Upadhyay

Crafting Cooperation

Crafting Cooperation
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Publisher : Cambridge University Press
Total Pages : 25
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ISBN-10 : 9781139468350
ISBN-13 : 1139468359
Rating : 4/5 (50 Downloads)

Synopsis Crafting Cooperation by : Amitav Acharya

Regional institutions are an increasingly prominent feature of world politics. Their characteristics and performance vary widely: some are highly legalistic and bureaucratic, while others are informal and flexible. They also differ in terms of inclusiveness, decision-making rules and commitment to the non-interference principle. This is the first book to offer a conceptual framework for comparing the design and effectiveness of regional international institutions, including the EU, NATO, ASEAN, OAS, AU and the Arab League. The case studies, by a group of leading scholars of regional institutions, offer a rigorous, historically informed analysis of the differences and similarities in institutions across Europe, Latin America, Asia, Middle East and Africa. The chapters provide a more theoretically and empirically diverse analysis of the design and efficacy of regional institutions than heretofore available.

Future of Regional Cooperation in Asia and the Pacific

Future of Regional Cooperation in Asia and the Pacific
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Publisher : Asian Development Bank
Total Pages : 536
Release :
ISBN-10 : 9789292624934
ISBN-13 : 9292624938
Rating : 4/5 (34 Downloads)

Synopsis Future of Regional Cooperation in Asia and the Pacific by : Bambang Susantono

This book reviews progress with regional cooperation and integration in Asia and the Pacific and explores how it can be reshaped to achieve a more resilient, sustainable, and inclusive future. Consisting of papers contributed by renowned scholars and Asian Development Bank staff, the book covers four major areas: public goods, trade and investment, financial cooperation, and regional health cooperation. The book emphasizes how the region can better leverage regional integration to realize its vast potential as well as overcome challenges such as the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) pandemic.

Thirty Years of SAARC

Thirty Years of SAARC
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Publisher : SAGE Publications Pvt. Limited
Total Pages : 0
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ISBN-10 : 9351508811
ISBN-13 : 9789351508816
Rating : 4/5 (11 Downloads)

Synopsis Thirty Years of SAARC by : Rajiv Kumar

This book traces economic and political issues through SAARC’s thirty-year journey. Topical and well-researched, this collection provides a comprehensive assessment of SAARC and provides policy directives for the future. The book points out the issues and constraints that have hindered regional cooperation in South Asia. It establishes that despite being democracies, there has been little effort by member nations to promote regional cooperation in the public domain. It stresses that in view of the increased role that countries wish to play in globalisation, economic cooperation is the way forward. The book further argues that political will is the pivot on which the prospect of regional cooperation revolves.