Rappa analyzes the nature of neo-liberalism by raising important theoretical questions about the current relationships between American business structures, political norms, popular culture, and the world of business. The book is refreshing because it focuses on the three themes of "hope," "optimism," and "progress" that constitute what has arguably come to represent the American Dream.
"The Politics of Change draws on N.K. Singh's experience to give the reader a window into India's politics and economy, providing incisive insights into the realities of coalition politics and international fault lines. The analyses help understand why some initiatives have succeeded in transforming the economic landscape while other bills, schemes and initiatives which were launched with good …
The contents of this book: 1. The Road to Baghdad 2. Imperial Hubris/Imperial Overextension 3. Contemporary Capitalism's Classic Crisis 4. The Ascendancy of Finance 5. The Economics of Anti-development
Focusing on Us policies towards the Single European Market, this volume analyzes the changing character of foreign economic policy. It argues that an erosion of the boundaries demarcating foreign and domestic policy has occurred as a result of developments on both domestic and international fronts. Consequently, the conduct of policy has become more densely textured, as parties from subnational…
It is a story about how the rapid and often chaotic industrialization of the most populous country on the planet has put China on a collision course with the rest of the world. The emergence of China as an economic superpower is currently moving on a path that will affect literally every nation and every person in the world, and potentially cause great turmoil and conflict. The primary purpose …
Assesses the impact of Japanese lobbyists on American politics, economics, and public opinion, discussing why Japan is spending money on lobbyists and analyzing the long-term policy implications for the U.S. government. 1. Japanese Influence 2. Japanese Lobbying 3. Japanese Politicking
The contents of this book: 1. New times, ancient games 2. Japan's big bust and the China boom 3. Japan and China, and Australia's coal and iron ore 4. Many Chinas and mind tricks
In this vivid portrait of the new business world, Thomas L. Friedman shows how technology, capital, and information are transforming the global marketplace, leveling old geographic and geopolitical boundaries. With bold reporting and acute analysis, Friedman dramatizes the conflict between globalizing forces and local cultures, and he shows why a balance between progress and the preservation of…
In this large-scale ISEAS study, Razeen Sally looks at Southeast Asia in the World Trade Organization, against the background of national trade policy trends post-Asian crisis, sluggish ASEAN economic integration, and the recent high-speed proliferation of bilateral and regional trade negotiations. ASEAN co-operation in the WTO has broken down, with little prospect of revival. Nevertheless, Sal…
Expanding horizons: Australia and Indonesia into the 21st century present a collection of papers by Australian and Indonesia authors which focus on economic cooperation between Australia and Indonesia as we move into the 21st century. Trade and investment between the two countries is analysed and new sectors for future collaboration are identified.