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Asianism and Universalism: The Evolution of Norms and Power in Modern Asia

February 15, 2019

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This collection of essays is based on a dialogue organized by CSIS to examine national perspectives on Asianism (regional exceptionalism) and universalism (democratic norms) across Asia, as well as the role of regional democracies in developing a common understanding of rules and norms as the foundation for a more stable regional order.  The volume includes essays analyzing normative debates in Japan, South Korea, India, Indonesia, and the United States and explores the potential for like-minded states in Asia to prioritize democracy promotion in foreign policy strategy.

Nicholas Szechenyi is a senior fellow and deputy director of the CSIS Japan Chair at the Center for Strategic and International Studies (CSIS) in Washington, D.C. Michael J. Green is senior vice president for Asia and Japan Chair.

This report is made possible in part by a grant from the government of Japan.
 

 
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