Question 1:
The economies of China and South Korea emerged from two different political systems. However, the two countries’ development policies and trajectories may present similarities.
1. Compare and contrast the two countries economic development policies by showing similarities and differences.
2. Select two economic indicators to compare and contrast the development of the two countries, using data from the World Bank and/or other trusted official data sources (e.g., UN, countrys statistical offices, etc.). Make sure to explain the trends. Provide at least 2 resources.
Question 2:
The ASEAN countries of Thailand, Indonesia, Malaysia, and the Philippines were hard hit by the Asian currency crisis.
1. Explain the origin of this crisis and the impact it had on the four countries. Provide at least two resources.
2. Select one economic indicator to stress the impact of the crisis on the four countries, using data from the World Bank and/or other trusted official data sources (e.g., UN, countrys statistical offices, etc.). Make sure to explain the trends. Provide at least 1 resource.
