Timor-Leste : the history and development of Asia's newest nation /

After enduring years of conflict and destruction, Timor-Leste has risen from the ashes and, within a short span of time, made remarkable strides toward recovery and reconstruction. It is today a nation well on its way to peace and prosperity, creating an example to be followed by other fragile and u...

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Main Authors: Joseph, Abraham, 1949- (Author), Hamaguchi, Takako, 1957- (Author)
Format: Book
Language:English
Published: Lanham, Maryland : Lexington Books, [2014]
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Summary:After enduring years of conflict and destruction, Timor-Leste has risen from the ashes and, within a short span of time, made remarkable strides toward recovery and reconstruction. It is today a nation well on its way to peace and prosperity, creating an example to be followed by other fragile and underdeveloped countries. Timor-Leste: The History and Development of Asia's Newest Nation examines this journey through the social, political, and economic development of the young state.
Physical Description:xxii, 189 pages : illustrations ; 24 cm.
Bibliography:Includes bibliographical references (pages 179-183) and index.
ISBN:9780739191200 (cloth : alk. paper)
0739191209 (cloth : alk. paper)