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This paper provides a historical perspective on regionalism and economic integration in Asia. It argues that Asia’s emergence and integration after World War II is not without precedent; during the first 18 centuries after the birth of Christ, Asia not only dominated the world economy but was also a well-connected and well-integrated region. The author notes that South Asia has been reforming its economic policies, and that Asia as a whole has been re-emerging in order to regain its status in the world economy. The paper also develops a research agenda to 're-center' Asia.