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.