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Handbook of Regional Cooperation and Integration
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This timely Handbook offers a detailed cross-policy assessment on the need, locale and impact of regional cooperation and integration, addressing how the principles of regional integration have affected multi-level governance and subsequent public policy. Individual chapters provide explanations of what regional cooperation means in a specific policy area, identify relevant theories, and present empirical evidence to support the arguments outlined.
This timely Handbook offers a detailed cross-policy assessment on the need, locale and impact of regional cooperation and integration, addressing how the principles of regional integration have affected multi-level governance and subsequent public policy. Individual chapters provide explanations of what regional cooperation means in a specific policy area, identify relevant theories, and present empirical evidence to support the arguments outlined.
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This timely Handbook offers a detailed cross-policy assessment on the need, locale and impact of regional cooperation and integration, addressing how the principles of regional integration have affected multi-level governance and subsequent public policy. Individual chapters provide explanations of what regional cooperation means in a specific policy area, identify relevant theories, and present empirical evidence to support the arguments outlined.
The Handbook of Regional Cooperation and Integration brings together a diverse range of expert contributors who deftly explore regional cooperation across a number of key policy areas, including migration, trade, the digital sphere, finance, security, democracy and higher education. Through a comprehensive analysis of the nature of and need for regional cooperation in today’s world, this Handbook argues for greater and more pressing discussions on regional policy, the value of integration and its resulting application in organisations.
A crucial text for global governance, international relations and public policy academics and students, this is also an invigorating read for regional studies scholars. The Handbook ’s in-depth study of practical applications makes this suitable for public officials in the sector, as well as regional organisation and think tank staff.
The Handbook of Regional Cooperation and Integration brings together a diverse range of expert contributors who deftly explore regional cooperation across a number of key policy areas, including migration, trade, the digital sphere, finance, security, democracy and higher education. Through a comprehensive analysis of the nature of and need for regional cooperation in today’s world, this Handbook argues for greater and more pressing discussions on regional policy, the value of integration and its resulting application in organisations.
A crucial text for global governance, international relations and public policy academics and students, this is also an invigorating read for regional studies scholars. The Handbook ’s in-depth study of practical applications makes this suitable for public officials in the sector, as well as regional organisation and think tank staff.
Critical Acclaim
‘This book is very timely because the challenges of climate change, peace and security and sustainable development we face require regional collaboration and solidarity to successfully tackle. The collaboration between regions in the global South and global North is also crucial for resolving these issues.’
– Tshilidzi Marwala, United Nations Under-Secretary-General and Rector of United Nations University
‘Philippe De Lombaerde and his ardent team of fearless experts have produced more than a timeless reference manual on the economics of cooperation. This innovative, rigorous, and readable compendium is also a blueprint for thinking about the economy of togetherness—and practicing it happily but without illusions or regrets in a globalized world of dilemmas and trilemmas.’
– Célestin Monga, Harvard University, US
‘An enlightening exploration of regional cooperation''s profound impact. This book navigates the complexities of integration, revealing its potential to foster progress and prosperity while illuminating the significance of regional integration in shaping international trade dynamics. An essential read for policymakers, economists, and trade enthusiasts alike.’
– Alfred K''Ombudo, Principal Secretary, Trade, Kenya
‘This extraordinary book presents and analyzes the multi-dimensional universe of regional cooperation and integration. Across seventeen policy areas, it explores the potential of innovative regional frameworks with solid economics and beyond. This is a product of UNU-CRIS’s extensive research networks and Dr. De Lombaerde''s superb leadership.’
– Fukunari Kimura, Keio University, Japan and Chief Economist, Economic Research Institute for ASEAN and East Asia (ERIA), Indonesia
– Tshilidzi Marwala, United Nations Under-Secretary-General and Rector of United Nations University
‘Philippe De Lombaerde and his ardent team of fearless experts have produced more than a timeless reference manual on the economics of cooperation. This innovative, rigorous, and readable compendium is also a blueprint for thinking about the economy of togetherness—and practicing it happily but without illusions or regrets in a globalized world of dilemmas and trilemmas.’
– Célestin Monga, Harvard University, US
‘An enlightening exploration of regional cooperation''s profound impact. This book navigates the complexities of integration, revealing its potential to foster progress and prosperity while illuminating the significance of regional integration in shaping international trade dynamics. An essential read for policymakers, economists, and trade enthusiasts alike.’
– Alfred K''Ombudo, Principal Secretary, Trade, Kenya
‘This extraordinary book presents and analyzes the multi-dimensional universe of regional cooperation and integration. Across seventeen policy areas, it explores the potential of innovative regional frameworks with solid economics and beyond. This is a product of UNU-CRIS’s extensive research networks and Dr. De Lombaerde''s superb leadership.’
– Fukunari Kimura, Keio University, Japan and Chief Economist, Economic Research Institute for ASEAN and East Asia (ERIA), Indonesia
Contributors
Contributors include: Tuba Agartan, Obijiofor Aginam, Deborah Casalin, Martha Cassidy-Neumiller, Meng-Hsuan Chou, Sarah Cook, Philippe De Lombaerde, Alix Debray, Fatima Denton, Amandine Gnanguênon, Stephanie Hofmann, Sophie Hoogenboom, Jeroen Huisman, M. Rafiqul Islam, Anja Jetschke, Alexandra Kaasch, Janet M. Kiguru, William N. Kring, Yaechan Lee,Dries Lesage, Ine Lietaert, Wouter Lips, Maria Pilar Lorenzo, Frank Mattheis, Justine Miller, Carlota Morais, Eli James Moskowitz, Sören Münch, Elijah Nyaga Munyi, Nidhi Nagabhatla, Nahuel Oddone, Stefano Palestini, Diana Panke, Antoine Pécoud, Jacques Pelkmans, Glenn Rayp, Liliana Lizarazo Rodriguez, Mauro Santaniello, Susan Schneegans, Jeremy Seekings, Jamal Shahin, Tim Shaw, Amanda Shriwise, Luc Soete, Samuel Standaert, Sören Stapel, Rangsan Sukhampha, Domenico Valenza, Ad van Riet, Attiya Waris
Contents
Contents:
Introduction to the Handbook of Regional Cooperation and Integration: why,
where, and so what? 1
Philippe De Lombaerde
PART I REGIONAL COOPERATION AND INTEGRATION BY
POLICY AREAS: WHY?, WHERE?, SO WHAT?
1 Regional migration governance 22
Ine Lietaert and Antoine Pécoud
2 Regional trade liberalisation 38
Justine Miller, Glenn Rayp, and Samuel Standaert
3 Common markets 63
Jacques Pelkmans
4 Regional digital governance 108
Jamal Shahin, Sophie Hoogenboom, Carlota Morais, and Mauro Santaniello
5 Regional financial cooperation and regional financial arrangements 123
Yaechan Lee and William N. Kring
6 Regional monetary integration: multilateral currency unions in operation 143
Ad van Riet
7 Regional security cooperation 164
Amandine Gnanguênon and Stephanie C. Hofmann
8 Regional democracy protection 182
Stefano Palestini
9 Regional protection of human rights and the environment 197
Liliana Lizarazo Rodríguez and Deborah Casalin
10 Regional tax governance 223
Dries Lesage, Wouter Lips, Eli James Moskowitz, and Attiya Waris
11 Regional social policies: aspirations, vernacularisation, or new forms of
solidarity? 243
Alexandra Kaasch, Amanda Shriwise, Tuba Agartan, Sarah Cook, Jeremy
Seekings, and Rangsan Sukhampha
12 Regional cooperation in higher education 266
Meng-Hsuan Chou, Jeroen Huisman, and Maria Pilar Lorenzo
13 Regional cultural cooperation 289
Domenico Valenza and Nahuel Oddone
14 Regional cooperation for health 311
Obijiofor Aginam
15 Regional science and innovation policies 326
Susan Schneegans and Luc Soete
16 Regional management of stranded hydro-carbon assets and the energy
transition 351
Fatima Denton
17 Cross-border water management 372
Martha Cassidy-Neumiller, Nidhi Nagabhatla, M. Rafiqul Islam, and Alix Debray
PART II CROSS-CUTTING ISSUES AND CONCEPTUAL FRAMEWORKS
18 Regionalism as policy autonomy in post-colonial contexts: insights from Africa 398
Tim Shaw, Janet M. Kiguru, and Elijah Nyaga Munyi
19 Multi-level governance 417
Diana Panke and Sören Stapel
20 Regional organisations and their resources 431
Frank Mattheis
21 Regional organisations: a multidimensional approach to policy scope 442
Anja Jetschke and Sören Münch
22 Build your own regional integration indicator system 460
Philippe De Lombaerde
Introduction to the Handbook of Regional Cooperation and Integration: why,
where, and so what? 1
Philippe De Lombaerde
PART I REGIONAL COOPERATION AND INTEGRATION BY
POLICY AREAS: WHY?, WHERE?, SO WHAT?
1 Regional migration governance 22
Ine Lietaert and Antoine Pécoud
2 Regional trade liberalisation 38
Justine Miller, Glenn Rayp, and Samuel Standaert
3 Common markets 63
Jacques Pelkmans
4 Regional digital governance 108
Jamal Shahin, Sophie Hoogenboom, Carlota Morais, and Mauro Santaniello
5 Regional financial cooperation and regional financial arrangements 123
Yaechan Lee and William N. Kring
6 Regional monetary integration: multilateral currency unions in operation 143
Ad van Riet
7 Regional security cooperation 164
Amandine Gnanguênon and Stephanie C. Hofmann
8 Regional democracy protection 182
Stefano Palestini
9 Regional protection of human rights and the environment 197
Liliana Lizarazo Rodríguez and Deborah Casalin
10 Regional tax governance 223
Dries Lesage, Wouter Lips, Eli James Moskowitz, and Attiya Waris
11 Regional social policies: aspirations, vernacularisation, or new forms of
solidarity? 243
Alexandra Kaasch, Amanda Shriwise, Tuba Agartan, Sarah Cook, Jeremy
Seekings, and Rangsan Sukhampha
12 Regional cooperation in higher education 266
Meng-Hsuan Chou, Jeroen Huisman, and Maria Pilar Lorenzo
13 Regional cultural cooperation 289
Domenico Valenza and Nahuel Oddone
14 Regional cooperation for health 311
Obijiofor Aginam
15 Regional science and innovation policies 326
Susan Schneegans and Luc Soete
16 Regional management of stranded hydro-carbon assets and the energy
transition 351
Fatima Denton
17 Cross-border water management 372
Martha Cassidy-Neumiller, Nidhi Nagabhatla, M. Rafiqul Islam, and Alix Debray
PART II CROSS-CUTTING ISSUES AND CONCEPTUAL FRAMEWORKS
18 Regionalism as policy autonomy in post-colonial contexts: insights from Africa 398
Tim Shaw, Janet M. Kiguru, and Elijah Nyaga Munyi
19 Multi-level governance 417
Diana Panke and Sören Stapel
20 Regional organisations and their resources 431
Frank Mattheis
21 Regional organisations: a multidimensional approach to policy scope 442
Anja Jetschke and Sören Münch
22 Build your own regional integration indicator system 460
Philippe De Lombaerde
