Civil Service Systems in East and Southeast Asia

This book compares contemporary civil service systems across East and Southeast Asia, highlighting the diversity of local administrative traditions, imported models of modern administration, and prevailing political institutions. It distinguishes four modes of public employment and develops a conceptual framework for comparing the civil service system at the operational level. The regions civil service systems are hybrid systems that combine bureaucratization, professionalization, politicization, and marketization, responding to administrative reform pressures.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 256 pages
Publication date: 30 December 2022
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd

This comprehensive book delves into the intricate dynamics of contemporary civil service systems across East and Southeast Asia, a region characterized by immense diversity in local administrative traditions, the adoption of modern administration models, and the unique characteristics of prevailing political institutions. Spanning chapters on Japan, South Korea, Taiwan, Singapore, Hong Kong, Vietnam, Indonesia, Thailand, Malaysia, and the Philippines, this authoritative text offers a detailed analysis of key aspects of the civil service system, encompassing centralization, recruitment, classification, openness of positions, performance assessment, promotion, training, and senior civil service. By distinguishing four distinct modes of public employment—bureaucratization, professionalization, politicization, and marketization—the book develops a conceptual framework for comparing the civil service system at the operational level.

The contemporary civil service systems in East and Southeast Asia manifest as hybrid systems, combining varying degrees of these modes of public employment in response to the demands of administrative reform. These systems reflect the interplay between local administrative traditions, imported Western models of administration, and the timing of democratization and bureaucratization within the region.

Contributions from esteemed local experts across the region further enrich this book, making it an invaluable resource for students, scholars, and practitioners interested in Asian public administration, particularly civil service systems. The insights and perspectives provided by these experts shed light on the complex challenges and opportunities facing these nations in their efforts to modernize and improve their civil service institutions.

In conclusion, this book serves as a valuable contribution to the field of public administration, providing a comprehensive and insightful examination of contemporary civil service systems in East and Southeast Asia. Its multidisciplinary approach and expert contributions make it an essential resource for anyone seeking to understand the complexities and evolution of these systems in the region.

Weight: 500g
Dimension: 234 x 156 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781032351216