The Evolution of Policy Behind Taiwan's Development Success / Introductiory Essays

Li, Kuo-Ting; Li, K. T.; Li, Guoding / Gustav Ranis, John C. H. Fei (essays)

ISBN 10: 0300040806 / ISBN 13: 9780300040807

Published by Yale University Press, 1988

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Red hardcover without DJ in VG condition: unmarked, slight to light handling. 189 pages. [14oz] 189 p.

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: The Evolution of Policy Behind Taiwan's Development Success / Introductiory Essays
• Publisher: Yale University Press
• Publication Date: 1988
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0300040806
• ISBN 13: 9780300040807
• Binding: Hardcover
• Condition: Very Good
• Dust Jacket Condition: Dust Jacket Included
• Book Type: Book
• Seller catalogs:
  • Economics
  • Asia"
  • "History

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Synopsis

Within thirty years of its humble beginnings, Taiwan was listed by the Organization for Economic Cooperation and Development (OECD) as one of ten newly industrialized countries (NICs). This book charts how and why such growth took place, and discusses areas of Taiwan's experience that might be useful in helping other countries achieve economic growth and improve their living standards.The second edition includes additional chapters and updated information and statistics.The author, one of the chief architects of Taiwan's economic development, worked with the government for forty years. Here, he draws on his extensive experience. He has held important positions such as Economics Minister, Finance Minister, and Minister without Portfolio dealing with, among other inter-ministerial problems, the Science and Technology Program. Presently, he is the Senior Advisor to the President. He has been involved in the development of economic, fiscal, monetary, industrial, international trade, manpower, science and technology policies.