Abstract
Purpose – The purpose of this paper is to identify major challenges that Asia-Pacific policy makers
face in drawing up international logistics policies, and to seek possible solutions to the problems.
Design/methodology/approach – Case study method: the paper includes seven case studies that
attempt to address various types of logistics challenges. The paper introduces both intra- and
extra-regional examples of the ways in which those challenges have been overcome in particular
contexts through concerted action by government and the private sector.
Findings – There are a lot of interesting experiences of overcoming logistics challenges, both inside
and outside the Asia-Pacific region. Good practice experiences can be replicated by other countries in
the region.
Originality/value – While there have been a lot of discussions on logistics policy reforms, this paper
is one of the first attempts that clearly link challenges with concrete case experiences where those
are overcome. The paper discusses very practical issues in an analytically sound manner, using case
method.