Development in Southeast Asia: Review and ProspectsRaymond K. H. Chan, Kwan Kwok Leung, Raymond Ngan By examining the development and achievement of various social, economic and political aspects in the region and discussing the challenges and potential of the region in the twenty-first century, this text is of considerable reference value and benefits all those who seek an overview and critical understanding of the issues of social development in Southeast Asia. |
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Integrating ASEAN and Fragmenting ARF in a Subregional | 3 |
Gender and Development in PostCrisis Southeast Asia | 57 |
Social Security and Safety Net Development in Southeast Asia | 163 |
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