First published in 1989, this book focuses upon the phenomenon of export-led industrialisation fuelled by foreign investment and technology. He concentrates on Mexico, where US companies have been taking advantage of inexpensive labour to establish "maquila" factories that assemble US parts for export. Through this detailed study of the maquila industry, Sklair charts the progress from the political imperialism of colonial days to the economic imperialism of today.
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First published in 1989, this book focuses upon the phenomenon of export-led industrialisation fuelled by foreign investment and technology. He concentrates on Mexico, where US companies have been taking advantage of inexpensive labour to establish "maquila" factories that assemble US parts for export. Through this detailed study of the maquila industry, Sklair charts the progress from the political imperialism of colonial days to the economic imperialism of today.
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1993, Center for U.S.-Mexican Studies University of Cali
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1993, Center for U.S.-Mexican Studies University of Cali
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1993, Center for U.S.-Mexican Studies University of Cali
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Center for U.S.-Mexican Studies University of Cali
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06/1993
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English
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Very Good. Size: 6x1x9; Ex-library paperback in very nice condition with the usual markings and attachments. Library stamp inked out on edges. Text block clean and unmarked. Tight binding.
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1993, Center for U.S.-Mexican Studies University of Cali