Joe Studwell

Joe Studwell is a journalist and author known for his work on East Asian economies. He has written several books, including 'Asian Godfathers' and 'How Asia Works', which analyze the economic development and business practices in the region.

Books

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  1. 1. How Asia Works

    Cover of 'How Asia Works' by Joe Studwell

    This book provides a comprehensive analysis of the economic development in nine Asian countries, focusing on the policies and strategies that have driven their growth. It contrasts successful economies like Japan, South Korea, and China with less successful ones in Southeast Asia, examining land reforms, manufacturing policies, and financial control. The author argues that the successful countries followed a similar developmental path by implementing land reform to support smallholder farming, focusing on manufacturing with strict productivity goals, and controlling the financial sector to support these policies. The book challenges conventional economic theories and offers insights into the mechanisms behind Asia's economic transformations.

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