Shakila Yacob, 1962-

The United States and the Malaysian economy / Shakila Yacob. - London ; New York : Routledge, 2008. - xxii, 245 p. : ill., maps ; 24 cm. - Routledge studies in the growth economies of Asia ; 82 . - Routledge studies in the growth economies of Asia ; 82. .

Includes bibliographical references (p. [171]-221) and index.

Introduction : the US, colonial rule and the Malayan economy -- US and Malaya connections, 1870-1918 -- Strengthening ties, 1919-1957 -- Mining : Yukon Gold Company to Pacific Tin -- Plantation : United States Rubber Company -- Taking the high road : Ford Malaya -- Conclusion : counting the cost -- Epilogue : the future looks bright.

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Investments, American--Malaysia.


Malaysia--Foreign economic relations--United States.
United States--Foreign economic relations--Malaysia.

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