Japan Between Asia and the West: Economic Power and Strategic Balance

by Ming Wan

Overview

Japan seeks economic competitiveness vis-a-vis the West and economic dominance in Asia, but it mainly competes through cooperative use of economic resources, which facilitates realization of the goals of partner nations. This book studies Japan's balance between the United States and East Asia by focusing on the use of economic power - defense spending, consumption, and investment - to advance Japan's political and strategic as well as economic interests. It also investigates Japan's direct use of economic resources, namely, aid and sanctions, and by extension, discusses Japan's relations with the International Monetary Fund, the World Bank, and the Asian Development Bank.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9780765607775
Publisher:	Taylor & Francis
Publication date:	11/30/2001
Series:	East Gate Book
Pages:	232
Product dimensions:	6.00(w) x 9.00(h) x (d)

Table of Contents

Chapter 1 Introduction; Chapter 2 Competitor and Supporter for the United States; Chapter 3 Unique Leader in East Asia; Chapter 4 Financier of International Institutions; Chapter 5 Japan Between the United States and East Asia;