"Proposes an analytical foundation for national security that challenges long-held assumptions or outdated suppositions about foreign affairs. Presents case studies of American foreign policy toward developing countries, efforts at state building, and nations growing in importance. Concludes...

The East Asian paradox -- Insecurity and economic interdependence in East Asia -- Rare earth : China's economic coercion and the demise of Chinese monopoly -- Shale gas and oil : Japan's quest for alternative sources of energy -- Trade agreements as geo-economic Instruments -- Japanese...

Focussing on the economics of terrorism in the post 9/11 world, this book brings together original research based on the collaborative efforts of leading economists and planners. The authoritative and expert contributors use a variety of methodological approaches and apply them to different...