Reconstructing the Concept of "Single Market and Production Base" for ASEAN beyond 2015
31 October 2013
Abstract This paper examines the true meaning of the key word of ASEAN economic integration "single market and production base." Heading for "single market" … Read More
Streamlining NTMs in ASEAN: The Way Forward
31 October 2013
Abstract The findings show that the incidence of non tariff measures (NTMs) in ASEAN is moderate in comparison with other regions of the world. … Read More
Small and Medium Enterprises' Access to Finance: Evidence from Selected Asia Economies
11 October 2013
Abstract This paper sheds light on the issue of SME financing in selected Asian economies using a unique sample survey. It elaborates on (i) … Read More
Toward a Single Aviation Market in ASEAN: Regulatory Reform and Industry Challenges
09 October 2013
Abstract The ASEAN Single Aviation Market or Open Skies project aims to liberalize the air transport industry in ASEAN by 2015. However, the project faces … Read More
Thought/Issues Paper on ASEAN Food Security: Towards a more Comprehensive Framework
03 October 2013
Food security is fundamental to human security and sustainable development. As ASEAN moves towards an integrated community of caring societies in 2015 and … Read More
Moving MPAC Forward: Strengthening Public-Private Partnership, Improving Project Portfolio and in Search of Practical Financing Schemes
03 October 2013
Abstract Infrastructure investment has high economic returns, especially in ASEAN economies where enhanced connectivity is critical for their continued prosperity. Each member government needs to … Read More