Political Order in Modern East Asian States

This text examines political change and the shaping of political order in modern East Asian states, including China, Japan, North Korea, South Korea, Taiwan, and Vietnam. It explores the role of power, authority, and political culture in the emergence of statist and pluralist political orders, the causes and consequences of the reversion to centralized political order, and the structural and institutional consequences of industrial development. It also discusses the democratization movements in the 1980s and 1990s and public sector reforms in the 1990s and 2010s. The book utilizes survey data and newly developed indicators to measure and reveal the shaping of national political culture in each East Asian state. It is an essential textbook for students of Political Science, International Relations, East Asian Politics and East Asian History, and policy analysts of East Asian states.

Format: Hardback
Length: 212 pages
Publication date: 04 April 2022
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd

The process of political change and the formation of political order in modern East Asian states, including China, Japan, North Korea, South Korea, Taiwan, and Vietnam, is intricately intertwined and shaped by a complex array of factors. This comprehensive book delves into the profound impact of power, authority, and political culture on the shaping of political order in these nations.

The emergence of statist and pluralist political order in East Asia is explored in detail, highlighting the dual process of state-building and nation-building that has taken place over the years. The book sheds light on the transformative role of the state in shaping the political landscape and the complex interplay between state and society.

The causes and consequences of the reversion to centralized political order in East Asian states during the Cold War era are examined, providing a comprehensive understanding of the structure and institutions of these regimes. The book also explores the structural and institutional consequences of industrial development on politics and the state in East Asian states, highlighting the challenges and opportunities that these developments have brought forth.

The democratization movements in the 1980s and 1990s and public sector reforms in the 1990s and 2010s are examined in depth, shedding light on the methods and outcomes of these movements in shaping political change in modern East Asia. The book utilizes survey data and newly developed indicators to measure and reveal the shaping of national political culture in each East Asian state, providing a valuable tool for scholars and policy analysts alike.

Structural, institutional, and normative analysis of political change in modern East Asia is conducted, offering a comprehensive understanding of the complex dynamics that have shaped these nations' political landscapes. This book serves as an essential textbook for students of Political Science, International Relations, East Asian Politics, and East Asian History, as well as policy analysts of East Asian states. By examining the transformative role of power, authority.

Dimension: 234 x 156 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780367774646