992222 The Asia Pacific in the 21st Century
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Credit points: 6 cp
Result type: Grade and marks
Requisite(s): 992229 Sustainability and Global Governance AND 992223 The Future of the International Order AND 992230 Intercultural and International Communication AND 992227 Reframing International Political Economy
Description
The Asia-Pacific region has emerged as a dynamic economic powerhouse, expected to contribute more than half of global GDP by 2040, making it a vital driver of the 21st century's strategic landscape. This subject offers an in-depth analysis of the key trends, challenges, and opportunities shaping the Asia-Pacific region in the present century, including the rise of East Asia as a significant global economic and political force. Students evaluate the evolving balance of power in the Asia-Pacific, examining territorial disputes, diplomatic relations, and power dynamics among major regional players, such as China, Japan, South Korea, the United States, and Australia. Furthermore, students investigate the implications of regional integration and the role of organisations like the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) in shaping the future of the Asia-Pacific, with a particular focus on socioeconomic, political, and security considerations. This subject provides a range of case studies and theoretical perspectives, enabling students to critically assess the impact of power, territory, and diplomacy on the region's future.
Subject learning objectives (SLOs)
| a. | Survey and analyse historical and contemporary developments in the Asia-Pacific, with a particular focus on the rise of China. |
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| b. | Evaluate regional stability and security in the Asia-Pacific using concepts and theories introduced in the subject. |
| c. | Analyse how historical and contemporary intercultural relations shape current political, social, and economic landscapes in the Asia-Pacific |
| d. | Effectively communicate complex ideas and arguments related to geopolitical analysis of the Asia-Pacific region. |