Armed forces across the globe engage in economic activities both in times of war and peace. This book provides a critical analysis of this phenomenon, comparing experiences with 'military business' from four continents (Asia, Africa, Europe and Latin America). Taking an interdisciplinary...

In recent years, China's economic growth model has started to undergo a fundamental shift away from an export-led capital investment focus toward domestic consumption, productivity and higher levels of innovation. In this transition towards a more innovative, balanced and sustainable model,...