Arthritic Japan : the slow pace of economic reform / Edward J. Lincoln.

Author/creator Lincoln, Edward J.
Format Book
Publication InfoWashington, D.C. : Brookings Institution Press, ©2001.
Descriptionxii, 247 pages : illustrations ; 24 cm
Subjects

Contents Introduction : Background. Outline -- The postwar economic system : Banking bias and horizontal keiretsu. Corporate governance. Vertical keiretsu. Restrained price conpetition. Labor markets. Industrial policy. Attractiveness. Interconnections. Conclusion -- The argument for change : The macroeconomic spur to change. Inefficiencies. Inherent flaws. Globalization. Conclusion -- Vested interests : The rural sector. Lifetime employees. Government workers. The construction sector. The distribution sector. Small manufacturing firms. Homeowners. Conclusion -- Consistency with society : Social features. Implications for the economic system. Conclusion -- Weak outcomes: Deregulation. Administrative reform. Continuing government role in the economy. Private-sector restructuring. Conclusion -- Implications for American policy : Implications for bilateral economic relations. Diplomatic-political relations. Security. Conclusion -- Notes -- Index.
Bibliography noteIncludes bibliographical references and index.
LCCN 2001004200
ISBN0815700741
ISBN0815700733 (pbk. : alk. paper)

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Joyner General Stacks HC462.95 .L56 2001 ✔ Available Place Hold