Modern Asian Diasporas: Catalysts for Economic Growth and Development

Diasporas and diaspora organizations today are at the forefront of driving trade and public policy, and are often viewed as powerful players in both their home and host countries. Modern Asian Diasporas looks at the roles played by modern Asian diasporas and the reasons as to why these roles are becoming vital in today''s globalised world. The book includes case studies of some of the largest and most prominent modern diasporas, including the Chinese, the Indian, the Lebanese and the Israeli diasporas. It also explores the growing importance of major diaspora organizations in driving relations between their home and host countries. The first chapter introduces the history and concept of diasporas, followed by chapters on the modern roles of diasporas, diasporas and globalization and challenges faced in home and host countries. Subsequent chapters analyse the case studies of four major diasporas, with the final chapters discussing diaspora organizations and future implications for businesses and policy makers. See more