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Author : Tom Forrest
Publisher : Routledge
Page : 304 pages
File Size : 41,5 Mb
Release : 2020-09-30
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 0367299089

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Politics and Economic Development in Nigeria by Tom Forrest Pdf

Since the end of civil war in 1970, Nigeria has struggled to build a stronger federal center and to reduce conflicts resulting from uneven development and from ethnic, regional, class, and religious differences. This book provides a comprehensive account of the dynamic interplay between the political and economic forces that have shaped government policies, institutions, and the patterns of development in Africa's most populous country. Tom Forrest identifies the major issues and challenges in Nigerian politics, giving particular attention to the evolution of the federal system, aspects of political competition, and the nature of ruling groups. He examines the links among political demands and incentives, economic strategy, and capitalist development and analyzes the evolution of economic policy and performance, looking specifically at the impact of large oil revenues, agrarian policies, and the program of economic liberalization. In a completely new chapter for this edition, Forrest examines the annulment of the presidential elections in 1993 and explores the persistence of military rule, the demise of the economic reform program, and the intensification of the economic crisis. Assessing the prospects for economic and political change, Forrest considers whether enough political coherence and legitimacy at the center can be reestablished to allow for effective economic management and more productive use of oil wealth in the years ahead.

Author : Volker Bornschier
Publisher : Routledge
Page : 317 pages
File Size : 45,8 Mb
Release : 2005-02-15
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 9781134326105

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Culture and Politics in Economic Development by Volker Bornschier Pdf

In this important book, pre-eminent economic sociologist Volker Bornschier analyzes growth and development in the Old and New Worlds - the so-called 'developed' countries. He shows how sociological and political factors have a massive impact on economic change in those countries. The book is a significant contribution to the burgeoning literature on social capital, trust and democracy and will be of interest to those in the fields of economics, sociology, politics and development studies.

Author : Irfan Nooruddin
Publisher : Cambridge University Press
Page : 267 pages
File Size : 43,8 Mb
Release : 2010-12-02
Category : Political Science
ISBN : 9781139494021

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Coalition Politics and Economic Development by Irfan Nooruddin Pdf

Coalition Politics and Economic Development challenges the conventional wisdom that coalition government hinders necessary policy reform in developing countries. Irfan Nooruddin presents a fresh theory that institutionalized gridlock, by reducing policy volatility and stabilizing investor expectations, is actually good for economic growth. Successful national economic performance, he argues, is the consequence of having the right configuration of national political institutions. Countries in which leaders must compromise to form policy are better able to commit credibly to investors and therefore enjoy higher and more stable rates of economic development. Quantitative analysis of business surveys and national economic data together with historical case studies of five countries provide evidence for these claims. This is an original analysis of the relationship between political institutions and national economic performance in the developing world and will appeal to scholars and advanced students of political economy, economic development and comparative politics.

Author : Norman Thomas Uphoff,Warren Frederick Ilchman
Publisher : Univ of California Press
Page : 524 pages
File Size : 43,5 Mb
Release : 1972
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 0520020626

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The Political Economy of Development by Norman Thomas Uphoff,Warren Frederick Ilchman Pdf

The new political economy; Development in the perspective of political economy; Problems and policies of development; Measures and models for development; The political economy of education and employment; The political economy of economic policy.

Author : Charles K. Wilber,Kenneth P. Jameson
Publisher : McGraw-Hill Companies
Page : 676 pages
File Size : 50,5 Mb
Release : 1992
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : STANFORD:36105008570942

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The Political Economy of Development and Underdevelopment by Charles K. Wilber,Kenneth P. Jameson Pdf

A reader intended for courses in economics or political science departments on development, political economy, or economic development issues, this book takes a critical look at historical and present day aspects of economic development.

Author : Silvio Borner,Michael Kaser,Martin Paldam
Publisher : Springer
Page : 403 pages
File Size : 50,8 Mb
Release : 1998-04-12
Category : Political Science
ISBN : 9781349262847

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The Political Dimension of Economic Growth by Silvio Borner,Michael Kaser,Martin Paldam Pdf

The state and its institutions are crucial for economic development: for better and for worse. This insight informs this important, up-to-date and authoritative survey of new trends in growth economics and the widely divergent economic performance of developing countries - for example, between Latin America and South-east Asia - which seemed to be similarly placed just a generation ago. The decisive role of the political dimension in economic growth seems clear but there are many challenges to be met in getting an analytical handle on the precise determinants and in testing empirically for this. This is the challenge taken up by the international team of contributors.

Author : Jongryn Mo,Barry R. Weingast
Publisher : Harvard University Press
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 55,8 Mb
Release : 2013
Category : Korea (South)
ISBN : 067472674X

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Korean Political and Economic Development by Jongryn Mo,Barry R. Weingast Pdf

"Mo and Weingast study three critical turning points in South Korea's remarkable transformation and offer a new view of how Korea was able to maintain pro-development policies with sustained growth by resolving repeated crises in favor of rebalancing and greater political and economic openness"--Provided by publisher.

Author : Giacomo Luciani
Publisher : BRILL
Page : 253 pages
File Size : 54,6 Mb
Release : 2017-01-23
Category : Law
ISBN : 9789004336452

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Combining Economic and Political Development by Giacomo Luciani Pdf

Since 2011, democratic transitions in the Middle East and North Africa have mostly failed to consolidate and have been hindered by the difficult economic heritage of previous authoritarian governments. Yet newly established democratic governments must deliver on the expectations of their people, especially the poorer strata, otherwise disillusionment may open the door to restoration of authoritarian rule. Can democracy succeed? Various ideas for economic policies that may help consolidate the early democratisation process are proposed in this volume, while major obstacles on the way to democratic success are also highlighted. Contributors include: Alissa Amico, Laura El-Katiri, Philippe Fargues, Bassam Fattouh, Steffen Hertog, Giacomo Luciani, Samir Makdisi, Adeel Malik, Bassem Snaije, Robert Springborg, and Eckart Woertz.

Author : Philip Keefer
Publisher : World Bank Publications
Page : 40 pages
File Size : 46,9 Mb
Release : 2004
Category : Decision-making
ISBN : 8210379456XXX

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What Does Political Economy Tell Us about Economic Development and Vice Versa? by Philip Keefer Pdf

Author : Charles K. Wilber
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 614 pages
File Size : 40,9 Mb
Release : 1984
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 039433597X

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The Political Economy of Development and Underdevelopment by Charles K. Wilber Pdf

Author : Dag Harald Claes,Carl Henrik Knutsen
Publisher : Routledge
Page : 391 pages
File Size : 48,5 Mb
Release : 2011-04-29
Category : Political Science
ISBN : 9781136702242

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Governing the Global Economy by Dag Harald Claes,Carl Henrik Knutsen Pdf

Governing the Global Economy explores the dynamic interaction between politics and economics, between states and markets and between international and domestic politics. The contributors study how the governance of the global economy is shaped by interaction between international institutions, domestic politics and multinational enterprises, from a wide range of theoretical perspectives and methods. Presenting a fresh approach to the study of international political economy, this volume covers: the systemic characteristics of the liberal world order, the role of international institutions, domestic economic politics and policies the strategies and behaviour of multinational enterprises. The volume also includes topical discussion of the challenges to the global economy from the recent financial crisis and analysis of economic politics, in particular the regions of Africa and Europe as well as the countries of Japan and South Korea. With contributions from prominent scholars in political science, economics and business studies, who have all contributed greatly to advancing the study of political economy over the last decade, Governing the Global Economy aims to bridge the gap between undergraduate textbooks and advanced theory. It is essential reading for all students and scholars of international political economy and globalization.

Author : Joshua C. Hall,Sara Harper
Publisher : Springer
Page : 182 pages
File Size : 51,8 Mb
Release : 2019-02-23
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 9783030060497

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Economic and Political Institutions and Development by Joshua C. Hall,Sara Harper Pdf

This book focuses on the role of economic and political institutions in economic development. The book offers fresh perspectives on the issues facing less-developed countries and the elements influencing their outcomes. The text includes chapters on democracy, property rights, and economic freedom, and uses diverse methodology such as case studies, spacial econometrics, and cross-country analysis. The volume features the work of prominent scholars in the area of institutional analysis such as Mohammed Akacem, Christopher Coyne, and Andrew Young as well as a number of junior scholars. This book will be useful for researchers and students interested in economic development and institutional analysis in general, in addition to individuals with a specific focus on countries or regions such as Iraq or sub-Saharan Africa.

Author : Berch Berberoglu
Publisher : SUNY Press
Page : 242 pages
File Size : 41,6 Mb
Release : 1992-01-01
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 0791409090

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The Political Economy of Development by Berch Berberoglu Pdf

This book focuses on the role of the state in economic development in a variety of Third World settings through an in-depth analysis of the past several decades. Berberoglu examines three major alternative development theories: developmentalism, dependency, and neo-Marxist. He then critically analyzes these theories and their variants to set the stage for a detailed examination of various development paths. Two paths of capitalist development are contrasted: the export-oriented neo-colonial model and the import-substituting state-capitalist model. The role of the state in each of these alternatives is discussed in the context of the balance of class forces. Berberoglu also provides case studies of Turkey, Tanzania, Peru, and India -- countries in which the state played a significant role in the development process. In each case, he demonstrates that the process of state-capitalist development inevitably leads to neo-colonialism. This export-oriented path ties Third World countries to centers of world capitalism, with all the consequent contradictions that such a linkage entails. The book outlines the class nature of these contradictions on a global scale and maps out the balance of class forces and struggles, the role of the state, and the resultant revolutionary developments that are part of the process of social change and transformation now under way in many Third World countries. Also included is an appendix highlighting the need for a class-centered approach in development studies.

Author : Silvio Borner,Aymo Brunetti,Beatrice Weder
Publisher : Springer
Page : 226 pages
File Size : 48,8 Mb
Release : 2016-07-27
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 9781349240494

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Political Credibility and Economic Development by Silvio Borner,Aymo Brunetti,Beatrice Weder Pdf

Why have the economies of some developing countries fallen back while others have advanced? Why have so many stabilization and structural adjustment programs failed to deliver growth dividends? This book shows that there is a common and valid answer: political credibility defined as the predictability of the institutional rules of the game. This case is not only argued theoretically but also found to be confirmed by empirical analysis. Ten case studies pitting Latin American countries against Southeast Asian ones reveal the sources of political credibility. Economic openness is the necessary precondition, long-term reputation or democratic participation the sufficient one. Despite the seemingly superior strength of authoritarian reputation democratic control is the more successful road.

Author : Pranab K. Bardhan,Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development. Development Centre
Publisher : Development Centre of the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development
Page : 108 pages
File Size : 40,7 Mb
Release : 1997
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : STANFORD:36105020700055

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The Role of Governance in Economic Development by Pranab K. Bardhan,Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development. Development Centre Pdf