The Trans Pacific Partnership: Should We Join the Pact?

In today’s global circumstances, international multilateral economic partnerships have blossomed in every corner of the world. It is believed to ensure [KK1] the interdependency of one country to the next, reduces the risk of global warfare, and significant self-gain. As layers upon layers of agreements are established between countries, stronger ties are forged with the hope that more benefits would be reaped from interconnectedness. However, it must be said that more may not always be merrier, and taking precaution is advised, especially if a country is [AN2] deciding to jump on a moving bandwagon. This is true in accordance [KK3] of the Trans-Pacific Partnership, an issue that has now landed on Indonesia’s lap.