Description
South Asia has change into a huge focus at the world stage with the U.S. military involvement in Afghanistan since 9/11, the ongoing concern over Islamic fundamentalism in Pakistan, and India’s emergence as a regional economic power. As well as, the age-old problems of South Asia – mass poverty, poor infrastructure, misgovernance, rampant corruption, political uncertainty, and regional wars – add to the increased interest in the region. Incorporating essentially the most current information to be had, the expert international contributors to this handbook examine the economies and geo-political developments of India, Pakistan, Afghanistan, Nepal, Bangladesh, Sri Lanka, and Bhutan. They center of attention on three core areas of importance: trade and development in the post-WTO era of globalization; macroeconomic adjustment and economic growth; and poverty, governance, the war on terror, and social indicators. With its cutting edge analysis, the handbook is an crucial reference for all students, researchers, and practitioners coping with the region.