Brexit may reshape Asian regionalism

WHILE the United Kingdom's decision to leave the European Union will inevitably spark off economic and financial uncertainty, the true implications of this decision may be more profound and far-reaching than initially realised. In fact, it may resonate as far as Asia. Specifically, Brexit may compel Asian leaders to rethink their integration strategies.

Policymakers of Asia have often looked towards the EU in their quest for deeper regional integration. Indeed, the EU has been the epitome of institutionalised integration fo…