Trousson, Raymond / Vercruysse, Jeroom (dir.), Dictionnaire general de Voltaire. (Champion classiques, references et dictionnaires 18) 1272 p. 2020:10 (Champion, FR) <670-9>
ISBN 978-2-38096-016-7 paper ¥7,064.- (税込) EUR 38.00

サボタージュ－パキスタン、台湾、トルコの官僚ガバナンスの教訓
Rasool, Adnan, Sabotage: Lessons in Bureaucratic Governance from Pakistan, Taiwan, and Turkey. 164 pp. 2023:8 (Lexington Books, US) <710-692>
ISBN 978-1-66690-175-7 hard ¥21,318.- (税込) US$ 95.00 *

How does a state continue functioning and ensuring public service delivery even during times of political crisis? Sabotage: Lessons in Bureaucratic Governance from Pakistan, Taiwan, and Turkey argues the answer is that a high-quality bureaucracy operating with institutional autonomy. Using primary data collected through extensive fieldwork in Pakistan, Turkey, and Taiwan, it explains how bureaucracy is the lynchpin that can save or sabotage a state. A high-quality bureaucracy based on Weberian ideals alone is not enough, it needs institutional autonomy to operate an optimal level. Using evidence from all three country cases, the book maps out scenarios of what happens when bureaucratic quality and institutional independence are altered. In the case of Taiwan, bureaucracy plays the role of a facilitator during democratization figuratively saving the state, while Turkey offers a scenario of democratic backsliding that is predicated on gutting bureaucratic competence . While the case of Pakistan theorizes that a bureaucracy as the guardian of a state can sabotage any reform or change in service of self-preservation. The book offers also offers useful insights about the process of democratization, such as a professionalized bureaucracy is the first step for democracy to take root, and that possible backsliding can be detected early on based on whether a government is purposely weakening the bureaucracy or hurting institutional autonomy through politicization. The book also proposes that reforms, specifically bureaucratic reforms need to be enacted for them to work.

アジア太平洋における評価の制度化
Stockmann, Reinhard / Meyer, Wolfgang / Zierke, N. (eds.), The Institutionalisation of Evaluation in Asia-Pacific. 531 pp. 2023:12 (Palgrave Macmillan, UK) <710-697>
ISBN 978-3-031-36917-9 hard ¥31,599.- (税込) EUR 129.99 *

This book examines the progress of institutionalisation of evaluation in Asia Pacific from various perspectives. It presents prior developments and current states of evaluation in 11 countries, focusing on three dimensions, namely the political, social and professional systems. These detailed country reports, which have been written by selected researchers and authors of the respective countries, lead to a concluding comparison and synthesis. This is the third of four volumes of the compendium The Institutionalisation of Evaluation. The first volume on Europe was published in 2020, and the second volume on the Americas in 2022. It will be followed by another volume on Africa. The overall aim is to provide an interdisciplinary audience with cross-country learning to enable them to better understand the institutionalisation of evaluation in different nations, world regions and sectors.

開かれた政府と情報の自由－アジアと中東における政策と実務
Zafarullah, Habib / Siddiquee, Noore Alam (eds.), Open Government and Freedom of Information: Policy and Practice in Asia and the Middle East. (Information Technology and Global Governance) 409 pp. 2023:11 (Palgrave Macmillan, UK) <710-699>
ISBN 978-3-031-35862-3 hard ¥29,168.- (税込) EUR 119.99 *

The book examines the state of Open Government in Asia. Drawing on thirteen country case studies and one regional study, it analyses the application of Freedom of Information methods and assesses their implications for democratic governance, particularly transparency, accountability, participation, collaboration, inclusive policymaking and technology. The book also considers the usefulness of open participatory platforms that enable citizens' 'right to information', and help them monitor and scrutinize governmental activities to ensure accountability, integrity and the quality of democracy. Contributors to the volume evaluate Open Government and Freedom of Information arrangements and relevant issues in a particular country and adjudge their performance. The book will appeal to scholars and students of public policy, digital governance and technology.

南南移民と不平等ハンドブック
Crawley, Heaven / Teye, Joseph (eds.), The Palgrave Handbook of South-South Migration and Inequality. 583 pp. 2023:11 (Palgrave Macmillan, UK) <710-784>
ISBN 978-3-031-39813-1 hard ¥12,151.- (税込) EUR 49.99

This open access handbook examines the phenomenon of South-South migration and its relationship to inequality in the Global South, where at least a third of all international migration takes place. Drawing on contributions from nearly 70 leading migration scholars, mainly from the Global South, the handbook challenges dominant conceptualisations of migration, offering new perspectives and insights that can inform theoretical and policy understandings and unlock migration's development potential. The handbook is divided into four parts, each highlighting often overlooked mobility patterns within and between regions of the Global South, as well as the inequalities faced by those who move. Key cross-cutting themes include gender, race, poverty and income inequality, migration decision making, intermediaries, remittances, technology, climate change, food security and migration governance. The handbook is an indispensable resource on South-South migration and inequality for academics, researchers, postgraduates and development practitioners.

インドの近隣の南・東南アジア諸国との関係－ルック・イースト政策からアクト・イースト政策への視点－
Ghosh, Lipi / Basu Ray Chaudhury, Anasua (eds.), India's Relations with Neighboring South and South East Asian Countries: Perspectives on Look East to Act East Policy. (Dynamics of Asian Development) 246 pp. 2023:11 (Springer, GW) <710-785>
ISBN 978-981-9946-09-9 hard ¥31,599.- (税込) EUR 129.99

This book presents a holistic perspective across various facets of culture, history, politics, economics and strategy in India's relations with neighbouring South and Southeast Asian countries. This book not only analyses various issues of India's foreign policy diplomacy but also explores the perspectives of neighbouring countries towards India. It engages experts from India and its South and Southeast Asian neighbours to discuss topics, such as overland linkages, people-to-people interactions, opportunities and implications of India's Act East policy on its neighbours in changing geopolitical backdrop. The book emphasises on the responses to the COVID-19 pandemic and suggests a greater scope of regional cooperation on emergencies such as health crises in the Bay region. This rich collection of essays has strategic and scholarly relevance for researchers working on a wide range of topics related to development studies, cultural studies, Asian studies as well as policy makers and general readers.

Gilardi, Filippo / Martin, Paul (eds.), Esports in the Asia-Pacific: Ecosystem, Communities, and Identities. (Palgrave Series in Asia and Pacific Studies) 276 pp. 2023:11 (Palgrave Macmillan, UK) <710-786>
ISBN 978-981-9937-95-0 hard ¥29,168.- (税込) EUR 119.99 *

This is an edited book that fills a gap in knowledge by providing a comprehensive view of esports practice from the Asia and Pacific region. The volume looks at the development of esports through the interconnections between institutions, industries, players, and society, across the Asia-Pacific. Over the last two decades, the Asia-Pacific region has been central to the growth and development of esports. The value of this book lies in its ability to provide a view of esport from countries that are currently underrepresented in the literature such as Vietnam, Malaysia, Taiwan, Hong Kong, Singapore, Philippines and Australia while still integrating chapters looking at more well-researched countries such as China, Korea, and Japan. Through its diverse case studies, the book serves as a resource for scholars and educators worldwide who seek diverse examples with which to improve understanding of the esports phenomenon and the inclusiveness of media and communication curricula. chapters "Introduction to Esports in the Asia-Pacific" and "Conclusions to Esports in the Asia-Pacific" are available open access under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International License via link.springer.com.

国境を超えた印中の対話
Mishra, Swati / Sheel, Ranjana (eds.), India-China Dialogues Beyond Borders: Cultural, Social Economic and Political Perspectives. 354 pp. 2023:11 (Springer, GW) <710-788>
ISBN 978-981-9943-25-8 hard ¥29,168.- (税込) EUR 119.99

This book is a collection of contributions related to India-China relationship beyond the issue of borders. It focuses on those elements that play important role in defining, continuing, and strengthening the interaction between the two countries. In doing so, it explores roles of language and linguistics, history and culture, politics and economy, and philosophy and sociology that mediated ancient and modern interfaces. The book observes the role of silk route in the economic, political, and scholarly exchanges between ancient civilizations and in the movement of Buddhism to China and other Asian nations. The contributors highlight how the two countries have co-existed in various eras and tackled issues of conflict and cooperation during lows and highs in the past and present. It pays special attention to the role of language and linguistic competence as an important component of socio-cultural comprehension of a society and introduces major innovations and challenges in teaching and learning the Chinese language. The wide-ranging contributions make the book an attractive resource for academics, think-tanks, diplomats, and researchers working on Asian/India-China studies across the globe.

Ngwainmbi, Emmanuel K. (ed.), Social Media, Youth, and the Global South: Comparative Perspectives. 373 pp. 2023:11 (Palgrave Macmillan, UK) <710-789>
ISBN 978-3-031-41868-6 hard ¥31,599.- (税込) EUR 129.99

This book illuminates the complex relationship between social media, identity, and youth in the Global South. By examining the profound impact on the psycho-social well-being and economic prospects of young people across diverse regions, the collection present empirical evidence from scholars spanning Asia, Africa, North America, Central, and South America.Contributors show how young people experience adverse side-effects online, such as social withdrawal, or animosity to others, and how good social health and social media use can help young people develop economic resources, become independent, and socially responsible. Additionally, the book explores the role of social media channels, such as Facebook and Instagram, in the rise of cyberbullying, sexting, and online radicalization; how these platforms re-negotiate identity in developing countries and compromise productivity; and how the behaviour of celebrities on said platforms influence youth behaviour.Structured into five thematic sections, this book presents a nuanced understanding of the well-being implications arising from social media use among young people hailing from diverse socio-cultural and economic backgrounds and political exigencies.

東アジア及び東南アジアの移行社会におけるガバナンス
Zhang, Chi / Trinh, Binh Thi An (eds.), Governance in Transitional Societies in East and Southeast Asia. 173 pp. 2023:11 (Palgrave Macmillan, UK) <710-793>
ISBN 978-981-9953-05-9 hard ¥26,737.- (税込) EUR 109.99 *

This book brings together scholars based in, or had previously been based in a range of East and Southeast Asian countries, building on their respective primary empirical data and first-hand experience as academics and think tank researchers, in order to pluralise the current debates about governance in transitional societies. In an era of global democratic backsliding, this edited volume offers less-explored local perspectives, to balance the Western-centrism observed in area studies and the focus on former Soviet countries in transit. What is the future of governance in Asia? This book, by attempting to supply a diversity of answers, will interest political scientists, economists, and journalists.

H.メルバー他編　グローバルな開発に挑む
Melber, Henning / Kothari, Uma / Camfield, L. et al. (eds.), Challenging Global Development: Towards Decoloniality and Justice. (EADI Global Development Series) 260 pp. 2023:11 (Palgrave Macmillan, UK) <710-194>
ISBN 978-3-031-30307-4 hard ¥12,151.- (税込) EUR 49.99
ISBN 978-3-031-30310-4 paper ¥9,720.- (税込) EUR 39.99

This open access book presents contributions to decolonize development studies. It seeks to promote and sustain new forms of solidarity and conviviality that work towards achieving social justice.Recognising global poverty and inequalities as historic injustices, the book addresses how these can be challenged through teaching, research, and engagement in policy and practice, and the sorts of political barriers these might encounter. From a variety of perspectives and contexts, these chapters examine how decoloniality and solidarity can be developed, offering in-depth historical, theoretical, epistemological, and empirical analyses.

V.K.アガワル他編　大国の競争とミドルパワーの戦略－アジア・太平洋地域における経済的国政術－
Aggarwal, Vinod K. / Kenney, Margaret A. T. (eds.), Great Power Competition and Middle Power Strategies: Economic Statecraft in the Asia-Pacific Region. (The Political Economy of the Asia Pacific) 221 pp. 2023:12 (Springer, GW) <710-197>
ISBN 978-3-031-38023-5 hard ¥31,599.- (税込) EUR 129.99 *

This edited volume addresses geo-economic strategic competition in the Indo-Pacific, exploring both the theoretical and thematic contours of this concept and issue-specific dynamics in the areas of finance, trade, energy, and technology competition. Chapters focus on the impact of renewed great power competition between Washington and Beijing in the Indo-Pacific region across these four areas. Each addresses central concerns for the future of the global economic order and offers a lens to understand interstate competition in light of the geopolitical shifts resulting from the COVID-19 pandemic. Written by an international panel of experts, this volume provides a cohesive view of the region's most pressing issues. As such, it will be relevant to scholars specializing in Indo-Pacific domestic politics and foreign policy, U.S. foreign policy, middle powers, China-U.S. relations, China-EU relations, Asia-Pacific developments, international security, international political economy, and emerging markets.