This thesis tackles the topic of AFTA and its impact on the automotive world for ASEAN and Non-ASEAN member countries. It also emphasizes the importance of the growing economic regionalism in Asia. The first section set the basics by explaining what is ASEAN and the ASEAN free trade area. The second section describes the automotive background of AFTA member countries and their automotive tariff structure, before and after AFTA was implemented. The third section handles free trade agree-ments of ASEAN or bilateral ones with ASEAN members. The fourth and final section draws a picture of the future, in forecasting scenarios based on information in previous chapters. The paper concludes with an outline of ASEAN free trade agreement’s outcomes and future prospects for the automotive industry.
AFTA may just be a steppingstone to wider automotive markets but that is likely to go beyond ASEAN intra-regional trade. This is relevant as it is becoming intertwined with the world’s economy and affecting it in the upcoming years.
Inhaltsverzeichnis (Table of Contents)
- CHAPTER 1 ASEAN FREE TRADE AGREEMENT (AFTA)
- 1.1 Free Trade Agreement Definition
- 1.2 ASEAN Free Trade Agreement
- 1.2.1 Association of Southeast Asian Nations - What is ASEAN?
- 1.2.2 ASEAN in the WTO
- 1.2.3 What is AFTA?
- CHAPTER 2 AUTOMOTIVE INDUSTRY WITH REGARD TO AFTA
- 2.1 International Automotive Background - Overview
- 2.2 Automotive background and market of AFTA members
- 2.2.1 Development of automotive import policies and taxes of AFTA members
- 2.3 Overview of tax structure before and after AFTA
- 2.4 Summary: ASEAN automotive Industry before and after AFTA
- CHAPTER 3 "THINK REGIONAL, ACT GLOBAL"
- 3.1 ASEAN-Free Trade Agreements
- 3.1.1 ASEAN - China (CAFTA)
- 3.1.1.1 The Challenge of CAFTA
- 3.1.1.2 Effects of CAFTA – Especially on Japan and Korea
- 3.1.1.3 CAFTA as a Threat for Korea
- 3.1.2 ASEAN Plus Three (ASEAN + China, Australia and New Zealand)
- 3.1.3 ASEAN – Korea (AKFTA)
- 3.1.4 ASEAN - Australia / New Zealand
- 3.1.5 ASEAN – India (AIFTA)
- 3.1.6 Is an ASEAN - EU FTA coming?
- 3.1.7 Summary
- 3.2 Bilateral Free Trade Agreements
- 3.3 Impact and consequences of Free Trade Agreements
- 3.4 Summary
- CHAPTER 4 FORECAST - AUTOMOTIVE FUTURE IN ASIA
- 4.1 Impacts of specific free trade agreements on the automotive market
- 4.2 Scenario 1: China – The Future Market
- 4.2.1 China's economic background
- 4.2.2 Cars getting famous in China
- 4.2.3 The automotive market in China
- 4.2.4 China as a threat
- 4.3 Scenario 2: India - The Other Future Market
- 4.3.1 India's background
- 4.3.2 The automotive market in India
- 4.3.3 China plus India – The upcoming giants
- 4.4 Scenario 3: ASEAN10 plus partners
- 4.5 Summary
Zielsetzung und Themenschwerpunkte (Objectives and Key Themes)
This thesis examines the impact of the ASEAN Free Trade Area (AFTA) and other free trade agreements on the international automotive industry, specifically within the ASEAN region. It aims to analyze the development of AFTA, its effects on the automotive markets of individual ASEAN member states, and the broader implications of regional and bilateral trade agreements for the future of the automotive sector in Asia.
- The development and implementation of AFTA.
- The impact of AFTA on the automotive industries of ASEAN member states.
- The role of bilateral free trade agreements in shaping the regional automotive landscape.
- The future prospects of the automotive market in key Asian regions (China and India).
- The competitive dynamics within the Asian automotive industry in light of evolving trade agreements.
Zusammenfassung der Kapitel (Chapter Summaries)
CHAPTER 1 ASEAN FREE TRADE AGREEMENT (AFTA): This chapter lays the groundwork by defining free trade agreements and providing a detailed explanation of the ASEAN Free Trade Area (AFTA). It explores the origins and structure of ASEAN, its role within the World Trade Organization (WTO), and a thorough description of AFTA's goals, mechanisms, and implications for regional economic integration. The chapter establishes the theoretical context for understanding the subsequent analysis of AFTA's impact on the automotive industry.
CHAPTER 2 AUTOMOTIVE INDUSTRY WITH REGARD TO AFTA: This chapter delves into the automotive industry within the context of AFTA. It offers an overview of the international automotive landscape, followed by an in-depth analysis of the automotive markets within each ASEAN member state, examining their unique characteristics and historical development. A significant portion focuses on the evolution of automotive import policies and tax structures in these countries, both before and after the implementation of AFTA. The chapter concludes with a summary of the pre- and post-AFTA state of the ASEAN automotive industry, highlighting key changes and trends.
CHAPTER 3 "THINK REGIONAL, ACT GLOBAL": This chapter broadens the scope beyond AFTA to encompass other relevant free trade agreements. It examines various agreements involving ASEAN, such as CAFTA (ASEAN-China), ASEAN Plus Three, AKFTA (ASEAN-Korea), agreements with Australia and New Zealand, and the potential for an ASEAN-EU FTA. The chapter also explores bilateral free trade agreements involving individual ASEAN members, highlighting the complex interplay of regional and bilateral trade arrangements. It culminates in an analysis of the impact and consequences of these various agreements on the automotive industry and the broader regional economy.
CHAPTER 4 FORECAST - AUTOMOTIVE FUTURE IN ASIA: This chapter provides a forward-looking perspective on the future of the Asian automotive market. It presents scenarios focused on the significant roles of China and India as major automotive markets, analyzing their economic backgrounds, market characteristics, and potential impact on the region. Further, it considers the prospects for ASEAN and its partner countries, painting a picture of the complex and dynamic future of the automotive sector in Asia.
Schlüsselwörter (Keywords)
ASEAN, AFTA, Free Trade Agreements, Automotive Industry, International Trade, Regional Integration, Economic Development, China, India, Southeast Asia, Bilateral Agreements, Automotive Markets, Import Policies, Tariffs, Economic Growth, Competition.
Frequently Asked Questions: ASEAN Free Trade Agreement (AFTA) and the Asian Automotive Industry
What is the main topic of this text?
This text is a comprehensive preview of a thesis examining the impact of the ASEAN Free Trade Area (AFTA) and other free trade agreements on the international automotive industry, particularly within the ASEAN region. It analyzes AFTA's development, its effects on ASEAN member states' automotive markets, and the broader implications of regional and bilateral trade agreements for the future of the Asian automotive sector.
What are the key themes explored in this thesis preview?
Key themes include the development and implementation of AFTA; AFTA's impact on ASEAN member states' automotive industries; the role of bilateral free trade agreements in shaping the regional automotive landscape; the future prospects of the automotive market in key Asian regions (China and India); and the competitive dynamics within the Asian automotive industry considering evolving trade agreements.
What is the ASEAN Free Trade Area (AFTA)?
AFTA is a free trade area established by the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN). The text details its goals, mechanisms, and implications for regional economic integration, providing context for understanding its impact on the automotive industry.
How does the text analyze the impact of AFTA on the automotive industry?
The text analyzes the impact of AFTA on the automotive industry by examining the automotive markets of individual ASEAN member states, their unique characteristics and historical development, and the evolution of automotive import policies and tax structures both before and after AFTA's implementation.
What other free trade agreements are discussed beyond AFTA?
The text explores various agreements involving ASEAN, including CAFTA (ASEAN-China), ASEAN Plus Three, AKFTA (ASEAN-Korea), agreements with Australia and New Zealand, and the potential for an ASEAN-EU FTA. It also examines bilateral free trade agreements involving individual ASEAN members.
What is the focus on China and India in the context of this thesis?
The thesis provides future-oriented scenarios focused on China and India as major automotive markets. It analyzes their economic backgrounds, market characteristics, and potential impact on the regional automotive landscape. The text considers them as significant future players in the Asian automotive market.
What are the chapter summaries provided in the preview?
The preview offers concise summaries of each chapter: Chapter 1 introduces AFTA and free trade agreements; Chapter 2 analyzes the automotive industry within the context of AFTA; Chapter 3 broadens the scope to include other relevant free trade agreements; and Chapter 4 provides a future outlook on the Asian automotive market, focusing on China and India.
What are the key words associated with this thesis?
Key words include ASEAN, AFTA, Free Trade Agreements, Automotive Industry, International Trade, Regional Integration, Economic Development, China, India, Southeast Asia, Bilateral Agreements, Automotive Markets, Import Policies, Tariffs, Economic Growth, and Competition.
What is the overall objective of this thesis?
The thesis aims to comprehensively analyze the impact of AFTA and other free trade agreements on the international automotive industry within the ASEAN region and beyond, considering the future prospects of the automotive market in key Asian regions.
- Quote paper
- FH Diplom Wirtschaftssinologin Meriem Cheritel (Author), 2005, ASEAN: AFTA and other Free Trade Agreements - Development and Impact on the International Automotive Industry, Munich, GRIN Verlag, https://www.grin.com/document/51626
