Central America constitutes a fascinating case study of the challenges, opportunities and characteristics of the process of transformation in today s global economy. Comprised of a politically diverse range of societies, this region has long been of interest to students of economic development and political change.
This title aims to describe and explain the manifold processes that are taking place in Central America that are altering patterns of social, political and economic governance, with particular focus on the impact of globalization and democratization. Containing sections on...
Central America constitutes a fascinating case study of the challenges, opportunities and characteristics of the process of transformation in today...
Universal social policies have the power to reduce inequality and create more cohesive societies. How can countries in the South deliver universalism? This book answers this question through a comparative analysis of Costa Rica, Mauritius, South Korea, and Uruguay, and a detailed historical account of Costa Rica's successful trajectory. Against the backdrop of democracy and progressive parties, the authors place at center stage the policy architectures defined as the combination of instruments that dictate the benefits available to people. The volume also explores the role of state actors in...
Universal social policies have the power to reduce inequality and create more cohesive societies. How can countries in the South deliver universalism?...
Diego Sanchez-Ancochea Kenneth C. Shadlen D. Sanchez-Ancochea
Benefiting from a truly Pan-American perspective, these essays evaluate the economics and politics of the new patterns of North-South integration in the particular context of the Americas, questioning if regional and bilateral trade agreements like NAFTA, CAFTA or the FTAA are appropriate mechanisms to promote economic development.
Benefiting from a truly Pan-American perspective, these essays evaluate the economics and politics of the new patterns of North-South integration in t...