ASEAN-China Economic Relations : In the Context of Pacific Economic Development and Co-operation

Volume I of the series on ASEAN-China Relations focused on trends and patterns in bilateral economic relations between ASEAN countries on the one hand, and China on the other. Volume II focused on macroeconomic and institutional developments in China and in selected sectors in ASEAN and China, and their implications for bilateral economic relations. This third volume focuses on developments in the global arena and in the Pacific and their impact on bilateral economic relations between ASEAN and China. The papers cover the following - economic developments in the Pacific region, the economic role of Japan and the United States, industrial restructuring in the Asian Newly Industrializing Economies, the special role of Hong Kong, prospects for Pacific economic cooperation, and China's membership in GATT.

From China to Facebookistan, the Internet has transformed global commerce. A cyber-law expert argues that we must free Internet trade while simultaneously protecting consumers.

On the ancient Silk Road, treasure-laden caravans made their arduous way through deserts and mountain passes, establishing trade between Asia and the civilizations of Europe and the Mediterranean. Today’s electronic Silk Roads ferry information across continents, enabling individuals and corporations anywhere to provide or receive services without obtaining a visa. But the legal infrastructure for such trade is yet rudimentary and uncertain. If an event in cyberspace occurs at once everywhere and nowhere, what law applies? How can consumers be protected when engaging with companies across the world?

In this accessible book, cyber-law expert Anupam Chander provides the first thorough discussion of the law that relates to global Internet commerce. Addressing up-to-the-minute examples, such as Google’s struggles with China, the Pirate Bay’s skirmishes with Hollywood, and the outsourcing of services to India, the author insightfully analyzes the difficulties of regulating Internet trade. Chander then lays out a framework for future policies, showing how countries can dismantle barriers while still protecting consumer interests.

Contributors Contents List of Tables List of Figures Foreword 1. Trends in and Prospects for Pacific Economic Development: An Overview 2. The Changing Economic Position of Japan in the Pacific and Its Implications for ASEAN and ASEAN-China Economic Relations 3. The Changing Economic Position of Japan in the Pacific and Its Implications for China and China-ASEAN Economic Relations 4. The Changing Economic Position of the United States and Implications for the Asia-Pacific Region 5. The Changing Economic Position of the United States and Its Influence upon the Economic Relations between China and the ASEAN Countries 6. Recent Developments in and Prospects for Pacific Co-operation and Possibilities therein for ASEAN-China Economic Relations 7. China Joins the Multilateral Trade System: Impact on Trade and Economic Co-operation between China and the ASEAN Countries 8. Pacific Co-operation and Regionalization of the World Economy 9. Industrial Restructuring in the East Asian Newly Industrializing Economies and the Implications for ASEAN and ASEAN-China Economic Relations 10. Role of Hong Kong in China-ASEAN Economic Relations THE EDITORS