Political Change in Macao Contributor(s): Lo, Shiu-Hing (Author) |
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ISBN: 0415395771 ISBN-13: 9780415395779 Publisher: Routledge OUR PRICE: $209.00 Product Type: Hardcover - Other Formats Published: April 2008 |
Additional Information |
BISAC Categories: - Political Science | Political Ideologies - General - Political Science | Political Process - General - Political Science | World - General |
Dewey: 320.951 |
LCCN: 2007037622 |
Series: Routledge Contemporary China |
Physical Information: 0.5" H x 6.14" W x 9.21" (0.99 lbs) 192 pages |
Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
Publisher Description: Since the handover to the People's Republic of China in 1999 Macao has undergone a multi-faceted transformation marked by persistent bureaucratic reforms, changing patterns and modes of political participation, internationalization and modernization, and competition and coordination with Macaoâ (TM)s neighbouring cities. In this original and stimulating analysis of the status of political life in Macao, Sonny Lo examines the Portuguese legacy and the transition from the Portuguese administration to the legitimacy-building efforts of the new Macao Special Administrative Region (MSAR) government. This book also includes fascinating discussion of:
As a comprehensive study of this unique city, Political Change in Macao will be an invaluable resource for students and scholars interested in Chinese studies, Asian politics and the theoretical and practical dimensions of political change. Awarded the first class prize by the Macao Foundation in October 2009 |