Distortions, interventions, and productivity growth: is East Asia different?

Article Abstract:

Economic development in East Asia has been significant because it has outperformed other developing regions since the 1960s. Economic researchers have attributed the growth to market orientation and government intervention. Productivity growth in East Asia is investigated by studying and differentiating government interventions and interventions. Openness to trade and aggregate stability have significantly contributed to growth. Superior policy framework is the major reason behind the economic success in East Asia.

Intervention (Federal government), Federal intervention

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Learning from East Asian economic success: avoiding the pitfalls of Soviet-style developmentalist dead ends

Article Abstract:

The economic strategies adopted by East Asian countries continue to spur the rapid development of the region. In contrast, Soviet-style developmentalism emulated by several countries has led to economic crisis. However, countries may find difficulties in adopting the institutions and policies contributing to East Asian growth due to historical and cultural differences. A consensus will still have to be reached on the true lessons of East Asia's economic achievements.

Economic policy

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What do peasants really want? An exploration of theoretical categories and action consequences

Article Abstract:

An analysis of Chinese peasant behavior is conducted to elucidate issues on rural rebellion, rural economic situations and the role of markets for peasantries. It is concluded that commonsense materialism motivated peasants to rebel against the Leninist system. However, the methodology employed fails to take into consideration the social aspects of the peasantry such as identities, goals and morality.

Social aspects, China, Indigenous peoples, Peasant uprisings

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