Book Details

Comparative Regional Integration (1st Edition) by Finn Laursen delivers a comprehensive and authoritative examination of regionalism across the globe. Through a clear comparative framework, Laursen evaluates the development, institutional design, and political dynamics of major regional organizations such as the European Union, ASEAN, NAFTA/USMCA, Mercosur, and the African Union.
The book highlights why and how states pursue regional cooperation, the challenges they face, and the diverse outcomes that emerge across different continents. Combining political science, international relations, and economic perspectives, Laursen offers analytical depth and global scope, making this work an invaluable resource for students, scholars, and policymakers.
Highly recommended for courses in international politics, global governance, comparative regionalism, and anyone seeking to understand the complexities of regional integration in today’s interconnected world.