Introduction : emergence of Asia's newest nation -- Timor-Leste and its economic history in brief -- Declaring development as a right -- Investing with natural resource endowments -- Promoting agriculture and food security -- Empowering the vulnerable -- Mitigating and adapting to climate change -- Implementing millennium development goals -- Partnering with the world community -- From tragedy to triumph : building the foundation of modern Timor-Leste
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"-- Provided by publisher
Notes
Includes index
Bibliography
Includes bibliographical references (pages 179-183) and index
