The book Japan’s Aid examines the strengths and weaknesses of Japanese aid policy in all of these dimensions: in fostering economic growth in both its own economic success story and in the numerous countries to which it has served as the single largest bilateral donor over many years; and as a policy that other nations might emulate. Through a combination of insightful case studies and rigorous econometric investigation, the book presents a comprehensive examination of the pros and cons of Japan’s aid.
Edward M. Feasel is the Dean of Faculty and Professor of Economics at Soka University of America, USA. He received his bachelor in Economics from Yale University and completed his PhD in Economics from the University of California, Berkeley. His research interests are in economic outcomes and societal values, regional economic issues - Orange County Economy, economic growth, and effects of monetary and fiscal policy.