"Analyzes developments in the region since the mid-1980s, highlighting such factors as the evolution of Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation, the impact of the 1997-98 Asian financial crisis, and the rise of China. Outlines possible future scenarios for the region and offers policy prescriptions...

East Asia is steadfastly marching towards regional economic integration through a number of regional trade agreements (RTAs) and China is a major driving force behind this movement. This paper analyzes China’s RTAs and their impact on regionalism in Asia. It addresses the criticisms that...