Ordering Power: Contentious Politics and Authoritarian Leviathans in Southeast Asia (Cambridge Studies in Comparative Politics)

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What sets this book apart is its analysis of "protection pacts" and their role in shaping Southeast Asian politics. These pacts, characterized by broad elite coalitions, solidify support for heightened state power and tighter authoritarian controls. Discover how these coalitions have influenced strong states, cohesive ruling parties, robust militaries, and durable regimes in the region.

Through comparative-historical analysis of seven Southeast Asian countries, including Burma, Indonesia, Malaysia, the Philippines, Singapore, South Vietnam, and Thailand, you'll uncover the subtle divergent patterns of contentious politics after World War II that contribute to the unique political landscapes we see today.

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