Lee Kuan Yew's Strategic Thought (Routledge Studies in the Modern History of Asia)

Cheng Guan, Ang

Routledge（2013/08発売）

• 製本 Paperback:紙装版/ペーパーバック版／ページ数 160 p.
• 言語 ENG
• 商品コード 9780415713306
• DDC分類 327.5957

Full Description

Lee Kuan Yew, as the founding father of independent Singapore, has had an enormous impact on the development of Singapore and of Southeast Asia more generally. Even in his 80s he is a key figure who continues to exert considerable influence from behind the scenes. This book presents a comprehensive overview of Lee Kuan Yew's strategic thought. It charts the development of Singapore over the last six decades, showing how Lee Kuan Yew has steered Singapore to prosperity and success through changing times. It analyses the factors underlying Lee Kuan Yew's thinking, discusses his own writings and speeches, and shows how his thinking on foreign policy, security and international relations has evolved over time.

Contents

Introduction Part 1: The Cold War Years 1. From the 1950s to the mid-70s 2. 1975-1979 3. The 80s Decade Part 2: The Post-Cold War Years 4. The 90s Decade 5. The New Millenium 6. Conclusion