POSC 223 - Asian Tigers: Comparative Political

1 Credits

This course delves into the remarkable success stories of the Asian Tigers, encompassing Japan, Taiwan, Singapore, Hong Kong, and South Korea. We will investigate how they have achieved the renowned “East Asian Miracle” by outperforming economies in other parts of the world. This extraordinary economic growth in East Asia is distinguished by the unique challenges these countries have faced, such as imperialism, partition, and the dominance of the United States in the region, as well as their reliance on state-led growth. We will explore the role of the state in formulating and executing export oriented development strategies, the interdependence of these countries and the complications arising from the interconnectedness, the impact of financial crises on their accumulation strategies, and the current human rights and environmental issues stemming from their development.

Credit Type Code: Letter Grade