Political economy of the Indo-Pacific development (original) (raw)

The chapter explores the political economy of the Indo-Pacific region, emphasizing its developmental diversity and socio-economic challenges. It aims to highlight the region's heterogeneity, review key socio-economic indicators, and analyze regional cooperation efforts for economic development, rooted in data from established organizations like the World Bank. The narrative underscores the interdependence of political, security, and economic dynamics while calling for enhanced focus on the economic dimensions that impact regional cooperation and integration.