East Timor: Development Challenges for the World's Newest Nation [Hardcover]

Hal Hill (Editor), Joćo M. Saldanha (Editor)

Book Description

ISBN-10: 0333987160 | ISBN-13: 978-0333987162 | Publication Date: January 18, 2003

As the world's newest independent nation, the challenges facing East Timor are particularly acute. Per capita income is roughly $300, making it one of the world's poorest nations. There also remains the possibility of difficult relations with its giant neighbor, Indonesia. This comprehensive volume is the first serious analysis of East Timor's economic prospects. It draws on local as well as international expertise, from both academics and policy makers. Issues covered include international economic relations, agriculture, finance and infrastructure, and political institutions.

Editorial Reviews

About the Author

Hal Hill is at Australian National University, Canberra.

João M. Saldanha is with the East Timor Study Group, Dili, and University of California, San Diego .

Product Details

• Hardcover: 407 pages
• Publisher: Palgrave Macmillan (January 18, 2003)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0333987160
• ISBN-13: 978-0333987162
• Product Dimensions: 9.5 x 6.3 x 1 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.5 pounds
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #4,758,385 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)