The emergence of economic trading blocs
Subtitle: the role of Japan and the implications for Latin America
By: Linda T. Yeargin
Publisher: Naval Postgraduate School; Available from National Technical Information Service
Published: 1994
Place of publication: Monterey, Calif; Springfield, Va
Language: eng
Number of pages: 96
Description: With the emergence of regional economic blocs, the focus has shifted to recent economic development in the Latin American region. This thesis addresses the question of Japan's economic influence in the region and the implications for Latin America's economic future. It is argued that Japan's strategy in the region is based upon economic needs and the importance of securing a position in the regional economic development and potential Americas trading bloc. It is proven by using an analysis of economic relationships and trade patterns used by Japan in Asia compared to current Japanese Economic activities in Latin America. Major findings include Japan's strategy is situational on targeted countries for either raw materials access and/or Western Hemisphere market access.
Notes: Thesis advisor(s): Robert E. Looney.

"March 1994."

Thesis (M.A. in National Security Affairs) Naval Postgraduate School, March 1994.

Bibliography: p. 87-94.

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