Deliberative Democracy in Taiwan - 9780367407377

Taylor & Francis

Deliberative Democracy in TaiwanA Deliberative Systems Perspective\nAuthor(s): Mei-Fang Fan\nFormat: Hardback\nPublisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd, United Kingdom\nImprint: Routledge\nISBN-13: 9780367407377, 978-0367407377\nSynopsis\nThis book is a pioneering analysis of the deliberative systems approach in Taiwan, extending an understanding of Taiwanese democratic politics and consolidating links between theoretical development and a practical application of deliberative practices. \n\nAs a front-runner of new democracies in Asia and a relatively open society, Taiwan provides a model for deliberative governance, with a view towards institutional innovation and increasing democratisation. This book considers how components within the intricate web of micro- and macro- deliberative systems perform different functions, complement each other, and contribute both to policy change and democratic innovation. Specific cases are provided such as participatory budgeting in Taipei City and th.