4. Since Taiwan's economy is highly export-oriented, it is important for Taiwan to open to international trade and be a part of the global economy. For example, in different occasions, President Tsai Ing-Wen has reiterated Taiwan's commitment to join the Comprehensive and Progressive Agreement for Trans-Pacific Partnership (CPTPP) and make a greater contribution to the regional economy.
What are the economic and political arguments for and against regional economic integration? (25%)