Routledge Handbook of the Contemporary Philippines

Name: Routledge Handbook of the Contemporary Philippines
Brand: Taylor & Francis

Taylor & Francis

The Philippines is a fascinating example of a \""poor country democracy\"" where issues of economic development and poverty, political participation and stability, as well as ethnicity and migration are crucial. The Routledge Handbook of the Contemporary Philippines provides a comprehensive overview of the current political, economic, social, and cultural issues of the country. The Handbook is divided into the following four sections concentrating on a different aspect of the Philippines:\n--domestic politics; \n--foreign relations; \n--economics and social policy; \n--cultures and movements. \nIn terms of domestic politics, chapters discuss clientelism, bossism, dynasties, pork barrel and corruption as well as institutions - the presidency, congress, the judiciary, the civil service, political parties, and civilian-military relations. The Philippines is confronted with many overseas challenges, with the foreign relations section focused on the country\u2019s relationship with China, J.