Product Description

A hard-hitting and readable book which examines Mahathir's character, his ideas and policies and relates them to the social, economic and political setting outside Malaysia.

Product Details

• Amazon Sales Rank: #318597 in Books
• Published on: 1999-03-11
• Original language: English
• Number of items: 1
• Binding: Paperback
• 248 pages

From the Back Cover
Malaysias long-serving Prime Minister, Mahathir Mohamad, is a controversial political figure. High rates of economic growth and a striking reduction in poverty have been the hallmarks of a vibrant Tiger economy. This success has now been placed in jeopardy by the recent economic crisis, and Mahathirs rule is coming under hostile scrutiny.
This book examines Mahathirs character, his ideas and authoritarian nature and relates them to the social, economic and political setting inside Malaysia. His success at managing ethnic tensions, policies of industrialization, modernization and foreign policy are covered, as are his grandiose projects, low regard for human rights and failure to check corruption. The authors also discuss the political prospects of his deputy Anwar Ibrahim.
R. S. Milne and Diane K. Mauzy provide a highly accessible and balanced account of one of Southeast Asias most significant politicians, his legacy and Malaysias political development.

About the Author
Introduction: Leadership in Malaysia 1. Malaysia: How Mahathir Came to Power 2. Mahathir's Assertion of Executive Power 3. The Economy and Development 4. Containing Ethnic Discontent 5. Human Rights 6. Foreign Policy 7. The Succession to Mahathir: Anwar Ibrahim 8. Mahathir as Prime Minister