This handbook explores institutional variations across the political economies of different societies within Asia. It includes empirical analysis of 13 major Asian business systems between India and Japan, and examines these in a comparative, historical, and theoretical context.

"Global trade is a key driver for economic growth, and trade is related to several dimensions: The Fourth Industrial Revolution (4IR) with disruptive technologies, globalisation of markets, innovation leading to new trade opportunities, as well as foreign investments following exports lead to...

International Historical Statistics; Africa, Asia and Oceania 1750-2005 is the latest edition of the most authoritative collection of statistics available. Updated to 2005 wherever possible, it provides key economic and social indicators for the last 255 years, serving as an essential reference...