Studies in Development Economics and Policy

Aiguo, Lu; Montes, Manuel F.

The Asian road to the market has generally been seen as a model of success and the object of widespread admiration. This volume evaluates the actual experience and debunks some of the most widespread myths. It does so by identifying the link between alternative transition models, public policies and household responses on the one hand, and key welfare changes on the other. Even in countries experiencing sustained growth, there have been unmistakable signs of deep social strain.

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Published by: Palgrave Macmillan

Publication Date: 2002-01-01

Format: Paperback

ISBN-13: 9781349429288

DOI: 10.1057/9780230503892

Dimensions: 216cm x140cm

Pages: 297