Understanding Singapore Politics Contributor(s): Bilveer Singh (Author) |
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ISBN: 9813209232 ISBN-13: 9789813209237 Publisher: World Scientific Publishing Company OUR PRICE: $42.75 Product Type: Paperback - Other Formats Published: April 2017 |
Additional Information |
BISAC Categories: - Political Science | World - Asian - Political Science | Political Process - Political Parties |
Physical Information: 0.7" H x 6.6" W x 9.5" (1.10 lbs) 232 pages |
Themes: - Cultural Region - Asian |
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Publisher Description:
Understanding Singapore Politics is written to address the dearth of a succinct overview on Singapore politics. This introductory text looks at the factors that shape the island-republic's domestic politics, the key institutions and issues in the city-state, electoral power as well as the political direction Singapore is likely to take in a post-Lee Kuan Yew era. The specific institutions covered for discussion include the mass media, trade unions, civil service and grassroots organisations. The role of civil and civic society, including pressures for democratisation, is also examined. In addition, various new political issues -- the importance of race, income equality and migration -- and their implications are discussed. Finally, the linkage between Singapore's domestic and foreign policy is analysed. This foundational guide to Singapore politics is recommended for anyone who has an interest or a stake in the island republic. |