Political Analysis of Regional Economic Development in China

Author: Yang Long
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Publish Date: 2004-05-01
Features: This book is the first political science research work in China on regional economic development issues. It analyzes the political causes and consequences of excessive regional development gaps from the perspective of political integration, as well as issues such as the relationship between central and local governments, ethnic conflicts, and rural development. Professor Yang Long holds a leading position in the field of regional political studies in China and has published a large number of research papers in recent years. Some of his papers have been fully reprinted in Xinhua Zhaihua (2004, 1). This book is the final outcome of the research project supported by the Ministry of Education's Social Sciences Planning Program. From the perspective of government economics, it offers insightful research on methodologies in Chinese regional political studies, the tension between China's regionalization trends and administrative divisions, the relationship between political and economic centers in China, the role of local governments in regional development, regional political development, and the impact of economic globalization on China's regional development. The views presented in this book provide valuable references for governments in formulating regional development strategies, reforming administrative divisions, addressing ethnic issues, adjusting the relationship between central and local governments, and correctly defining the functions of local governments. This book represents an interdisciplinary study between political science and economics, making it a valuable academic reference for students and researchers in political science and economics at universities and research institutions in China.