Trade and Poverty Reduction in the Asia-Pacific Region - Case Studies and Lessons from Low-income Communities (Paperback)

This 2009 book explores the complex relationship between international trade and poverty reduction through a combination of research papers and contemporary case studies. Written mainly by developing-country authors in consultation with local businesses and communities, the case studies contribute to our understanding of the ways in which low-income communities are dealing with trade as a practical challenge, especially in the Asia-Pacific region where approximately two-thirds of the world's poor live. While making it clear that there is no 'one size fits all' formula, the research and stories highlight a number of necessary preconditions, such as political commitment and cooperation at all levels, if trade is to successfully reduce poverty. Openness to trade, serious commitment to domestic reform, trade-related capacity building, a robust and responsible private sector and access to the markets of developed countries are all identified as powerful tools for building trade-related sustainable development.

General

Imprint:	Cambridge UniversityPress
Country of origin:	United Kingdom
Release date:	December 2009
First published:	2010
Editors:	Andrew L. Stoler • Jim Redden • Lee Ann Jackson
Dimensions:	229 x 152 x 46mm (L x W x T)
Format:	Paperback - Trade
Pages:	818
ISBN-13:	978-0-521-74530-7
Categories:	Books > Business & Economics > Economics > Development economics Books > Business & Economics > Economics > International economics > International trade > General Promotions
LSN:	0-521-74530-6
Barcode:	9780521745307

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