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1 online resource (273 pages) |
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polychrome |
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text file |
| Summary |
In the past few decades, societies in Asia have experienced rapid and dramatic changes in their economic, social and political spheres. Despite the wide diversity among these countries, a few general trends can be observed. Globalization has swept across Asia, bringing intensive economic interactions, with a strong commitment to liberalism and market capitalism. Wage labour has become the common form of employment. Individuals, as well as countries, are increasingly exposed to the competitive ... |
| Bibliography |
Includes bibliographical references at the end of each chapters. |
| Local Note |
eBooks on EBSCOhost EBSCO eBook Subscription Academic Collection - North America |
| Subject |
Asia -- Cultural policy.
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Asia. |
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Cultural policy. |
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Asia -- Social life and customs -- 21st century.
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Manners and customs. |
| Chronological Term |
21st century |
| Subject |
Popular culture -- Asia.
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Popular culture. |
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Social change -- Asia.
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Social change. |
| Chronological Term |
2000-2099 |
| Genre/Form |
Electronic books.
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| Added Author |
Wang, Lih-Rong.
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Zinn, Jens.
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| Other Form: |
Print version: Chan, Raymond K.H. Social Issues and Policies in Asia : Family, Ageing and Work. Newcastle upon Tyne : Cambridge Scholars Publishing, ©2014 9781443859523 |
| ISBN |
9781443862813 (electronic book) |
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1443862819 (electronic book) |
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9781443859523 |
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1443859524 (Trade Cloth) |
| Standard No. |
9781443859523 |
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