Thai Economy

"This volume examines the origins and consequences of the Thai economy's accelerated growth since the mid-1980s. The authors place a particular emphasis on the historical development and contemporary economic structure that tends to set Thailand apart from other Asian, African and Latin American countries, such as the non-colonial mode of incorporation into the global economy. Beginning with an overview of Thailand's economic growth since the mid-19th century, the authors look at key factors such as: the role of the state since the late 1950s; the neglect and underdevelopment of the agricultural sector; the uneven pattern of development and regional disparities in income; and the continuing gap between Bangkok and the rest of the kingdom. Providing a thorough analysis of Thailand's economic development, this volume should be a valuable resource for students, researchers and policy makers interested in this region and in economic development generally."
"This volume looks at the origins and consequences of the accelerated growth of the Thai economy since the mid-1980s, and explores the factors that set Thailand apart from other Asian, African and Latin American countries."@en