ABSTRACT

The central theme of this study, first published in 1998, is that parametric change has expanded the autonomy of non-state actors, and has reduced the capability of governments to extract involuntary resources from their constituents. This change has profound consequences for world politics. This title will be of interest to students of Finance and Economics.

chapter I|29 pages

Introduction

chapter II|29 pages

Implications of a New Financial Order

chapter V|28 pages

Renegotiating the Bankers’ Bargain

chapter VI|27 pages

The Limits of Policy Autonomy

chapter VII|19 pages

Conclusion