A leading authority's answer to today's global economic challenges
In Global Economy in Turbulent Times, Harvard economist Dr. See-Yan Lin offers his timely and incisive views on today's key economic issues. Adapted from his hugely popular column in the Malaysia Star newspaper, these articles offer fresh and entertaining perspectives on perennial economic problems. The discussion covers the world economy, with particular attention to the US, EU, Japan, and the international monetary system, as Dr. Lin explains how the economy is broken and offers multiple paths to repair. Coverage includes emerging East Asia, ASEAN (especially Malaysia), and BRICS nations, plus the author's own views on global demography, the need for quality education, corporate governance in Malaysia, and more.
Dr. Lin's expertise in strategic and financial issues is renown and actively sought in the academic, economic, banking, and business realms. In this book, he presents his observations and analysis of the global economy, and the most pressing issues facing the world's financial future.
Consider the issues faced by the world's leading economies
Examine the factors underlying inadequacy of political will to act
Gain insight into the middle class that's emerging across the globe
Get new perspective on CSR and management from a leading authority
Opinions on the world's economic problems are abundant, but seldom do they come from such an authoritative source. Dr. Lin draws upon decades of economic experience and the knowledge gained through three post-graduate Harvard degrees to give you a deeper understanding of the current state of the economy. Gain the insight of a multi-awarded scholar and economist with the deep discussion and expert analysis in Global Economy in Turbulent Times.
LIN SEE-YAN is a Harvard-educated economist and a British Chartered Scientist. Currently, he is Pro-Chancellor and Research Professor at Sunway University. He was advisor to all Prime Ministers and Ministers of Finance in Malaysia since its independence. Dr. Lin teaches, writes, publishes, and consults on strategic and financial issues, including writing a fortnightly column What Are We To Do in The Star, which is widely circulated in Malaysia. Read less
