Harnessing the Benefits of Regional Cooperation and Integration

Regional integration in Asia and the Pacific has played a crucial role in driving significant growth over the past two decades. The upcoming webinar on 27 March 2025 at 2:00 p.m. Manila time will delve into the findings of the Asian Economic Integration Report 2025, which assesses the impact of regional integration on trade, global value chains, cross-border investment, finance, and the movement of people within the region. The report also addresses the geopolitical tensions that necessitate a renewed emphasis on regional cooperation to mitigate external shocks. The webinar aims to provide attendees with a deeper understanding of the trends in regional integration, the drivers and barriers to cooperation, and strategies to leverage these benefits for sustainable growth in the face of geopolitical challenges. Participants will have the opportunity to engage with expert speakers, including Kijin Kim, Joseph Ernest Zveglich Jr., and other panelists from the Asian Development Bank and academic institutions. Registration is open for those interested in joining this insightful discussion via Zoom.