Political Economy of Asian Transition from Communism

Name: Political Economy of Asian Transition from Communism
Brand: Taylor & Francis

Taylor & Francis

A comparative study of the political economy of the transition from communism in East and Southeast Asian countries, addressing the key theoretical questions generated from the debate between shock-therapists and gradualists. > A comparative study of the political economy of the transition from communism in East and Southeast Asian countries (China, North Korea, Vietnam, Laos and Cambodia), addressing the key theoretical questions generated from the debate between shock-therapists and gradualists. While accurately defining the pre-reform model, this book explores the causal variables that have contributed to reform efforts within Asia, examining the significance of the sequencing of political and economic transition and the interplay between politics and the economy in determining variations in transition outcomes. Comparing the 'real world' experiences of transition nations in communist Asia with Eastern Europe, prominent questions are brought to the fore; will market capitalism .