Davao-kuo: the political economy of a Japanese settler zone in Philippine colonial society

Article Abstract:

The Japanese settlement in the Philippines, known as Davao-kuo, during the first part of the 20th century is examined. The author maintains the Japanese who migrated to this area seeking work quickly established Davao as an agricultural economy that also supported a number of entrepreneurial businesses, and created a successful, profitable, and politically powerful hemp industry.

Philippines, Agriculture, Economic aspects, Immigrants, Japanese (Asian people), Entrepreneurship, Plant fiber industry, Japanese in Philippines, Davao, Philippines

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The United States and international institutions

Article Abstract:

The ways in which the US relates to multilateral institutions are complex and driven by factors different from those often assumed by many commentators. It is best understood in terms of international political roles, such as a prophetic and reformist role, a custodial role, an infra-organisational role and a domestic-pressure reactive role.

International agencies, International organizations

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Agency and space: The political impact of information technologies in the Gulf Arab states

Article Abstract:

The possible role played by the introduction of modern information and communication technologies (ICTs) in stimulating political liberalization in the Gulf Arab states is examined. It is concluded that modern ICTs have the potential to expand the existing public sphere and to create new opportunities for liberal political activity.

Forecasts, trends, outlooks, Bahrain, Oman, Information Systems & Theory, Qatar, Forecasts and trends, Information technology, Market trend/market analysis, Electronic commerce, E-commerce, Communication, Communications, Inter-Arab relations

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