Asia Alone (PDF)

An insightful examination of the changing relationship between
Asia and the United States

In this lucidly written and thought-provoking book, author Simon
Tay highlights the accelerating trends that point to Asia
increasingly forging its own path, independent of the United
States. He also describes the fundamental changes and new policy
directions needed to maintain and strengthen the bonds between Asia
and the United States that have been beneficial to both since the
end of the Second World War.

On the eve of the global financial crisis of 2008, the economies
of the United States and its Asian partners were deeply
interdependent. But the different approaches taken to the crisis by
Asian and Western leaders point to a new separation that may have
negative consequences for the economies and businesses of both
regions. To avoid a dangerous divide that may make us all the
poorer, Tay reveals what leaders, policy-makers, companies, and
citizens can do to find a balance that enriches us all.

* Written by a leading public intellectual CNN's Fareed Zakaria
describes as "one of the most intelligent and reliable guides to
the region"

* Touches on major issues in foreign policy and economics that
will impact Asian nations and the United States over the near
future

* Explains the changing nature of economic relations in the
global economy

For foreign policy followers, politicians, and businesspeople,
Asia Alone charts a path forward--together.