113. the sub-regions can be used as test beds for accelerating the implementation of relevant ASEAN agreements to contribute towards the acceleration of ASEAN economic integration especially the AEC by 2015. Conversely, the sub-regions can capitalise on-the existing AEC initiatives in order to further strengthen their development agendas. The mapping of sub-regional action plans and sector roadmaps vis-a-vis the AEC Blueprint will be a useful start. This mapping exercise would assist in the identification of short-term and long term measures for strengthening coordination and promoting links among these sub-regional programmes and with ASEAN mechnisms.