ABSTRACT

This book explores the relationship between the United States and the Malaysian economy, concentrating on the period 1870 to 1957, with particular focus on trade flows and foreign direct investment. This is the first book to examine, in depth, US economic involvement in colonial Malaya. Exploring the relationship between the United States and the M

chapter 2|19 pages

US and Malaya connections, 1870–1918

chapter 3|25 pages

Strengthening ties, 1919–1957

chapter 4|29 pages

Mining: Yukon Gold Company to Pacific Tin

chapter 5|29 pages

Plantation: United States Rubber Company

chapter 6|28 pages

Taking the high road: Ford Malaya

chapter 7|9 pages

Conclusion: Counting the cost

chapter 8|10 pages

Epilogue: The future looks bright