This study analyses the current competitive performances of SEACEN countries and suggest policies for their improvement. It focuses on a discussion of analytical frameworks than on drawing specific conclusions about each country's competitive standing.

This study takes a pedagogical approach to securitisation. The findings suggest that although securitisation has a huge potential for deepending the debt securities market in the SEACEN countries, the prudential risk involved could destabilise the financial market. Thus, managing the risk...

The deterioration of pipes in urban water distribution systems is of concern to waterutilities throughout the world. This deterioration generally leads to pipe breaks andleaks, which may result in reduction in the water-carrying capacity of the pipes fromtuberculation of interior walls of the...