The transformation of the Vietnamese economy from socialist planning to a market economy has led to Vietnam having one of the fastest economic growth rates in the world; and to also to Vietnam engaging much more with the international economy, joining the World Trade Organisation in 2006. This book fills a significant gap by surveying the economic reforms in Vietnam, where most studies have concentrated on other 'young tiger' economies. In particular it discusses the transformation of employment relations which have been a key part of the reforms and a necessary pre-condition to WTO...

The quality of its business leadership is a key issue for the future development of Asia s economies. Although Asia s economies have grown spectacularly in recent decades, they are currently facing increasing challenges. This book explores the current state of business leadership in Asia. It demonstrates that there is no single model of Asian business leadership, and that Western models often do not fit easily alongside Asian cultural values. It discusses how relatively developed Asian economies Japan, Korea and Taiwan, former socialist economies China and Vietnam, and large Asian...