East Asia

A dynamic economic model which classifies countries as either core, periphery, or semi-periphery by the economic interactions between them.

A China-led initiative to provide funds for development projects.

A system of large family-controlled firms that dominates the South Korean economy.

One of China's most dominant dynasties. China became China, as we know it today, under the Qing Dynasty (1644-1912) when the approximate boundaries of contemporary China were created.

A toxic chemical often created as a byproduct of zinc production.

Currency from another country.

A state which takes leading role in macro-economic planning, strategic investment and n guiding economic growth

A philosophy that stresses loyalty to family, upholding of social relations and commitment to just social activity.

The household registration system in China that has been used to regulate and control rural citizens' movements.

Refers to the movement from a more centralized form of economy to a freer, market-based economy.

The movement of people from their rural homes to urban employment centers and back on a regular basis

Fine-grained windblown sediment.

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