Regionalism in the Mekong

Vannarith Chheang

Abstract


The paper discusses the evolution of regionalism in the Mekong region through the lens of liberal institutionalism. It argues regional institutions and mechanisms play a critical role in promoting regional cooperation, especially in socio-economic development and poverty reduction, infrastructure development and connectivity, and environmental cooperation. Regional institutions have contributed significantly to promoting a culture of cooperation, trust building, common interests, and the socialization of norms-based regional cooperation. However, enhancing, synergizing, and harnessing regional institutions are required to better deliver the results of regional institutions.

Received 16th December 2016; Revised 20th April 2017; Accepted 25th April 2017


Keywords


Keywords: Regionlism; Mekong; regional cooperation.

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DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.1172/vjossh.v3i2.204

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