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Economic development and geopolitics: a tale of two regions.
- Source :
- International Journal of Social Economics; 2005, Vol. 32 Issue 10, p857-867, 11p
- Publication Year :
- 2005
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Abstract
- Purpose - This paper aims to discuss aspects of successful and unsuccessful development experiences in southeast and southwest corners of Asia. Design/methodology/approach - It provides historical background to practices, strategies and policies adopted by policymakers in both of these regions. It identifies factors that a successful development cannot do without. Findings - The paper concludes that geopolitics can inspire and exploit religion and ethnicity to impede LDCs' development Originality/value - Examines the process of development from a practical standpoint in two different areas in Asia: first, Malaysia, Taiwan and South Korea, and, second, Iraq, to identify factors that development cannot be successful without. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
Details
- Language :
- English
- ISSN :
- 03068293
- Volume :
- 32
- Issue :
- 10
- Database :
- Complementary Index
- Journal :
- International Journal of Social Economics
- Publication Type :
- Academic Journal
- Accession number :
- 18880805
- Full Text :
- https://doi.org/10.1108/03068290510618498