Economic austerity and the Peruvian crisis: the social cost of autocracy
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An evaluation of the socio-political situation in Peru under the regime of Pres Alberto Fujimori is discussed. Moves by Fujimori to maintain political stability through the implementation of authoritarian rule has resulted in a host of socio-economic problems. Observers indicate that the restoration of political democracy will pave the way for the integration of Peru into the international financial community and lead to economic stability.
Publication Name: SAIS Review
Subject: Political science
ISSN: 0036-0775
Year: 1993
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A new threat of terror in the Western hemisphere
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Peru's victory over terrorism was due to improved police intelligence and increased public investment. However in relation to Peru's re-emergent terrorist threat, the United States should pursue a strategy of investing in Peru's economy and institutions and should not strengthen counternarcotics operations.
Publication Name: SAIS Review
Subject: Political science
ISSN: 0036-0775
Year: 2003
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Democratic dictators: authoritarian politics in Peru from Leguia to Fujimori
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This article examines the dictatorship of Alberto Fujimori and Peruvian history. The author, maintaining scholars have incorrectly compared Fujimori's presidency with Asian politics, argues that the Japanese-Peruvian president's political strategy comes straight out of Peru's history.
Publication Name: SAIS Review
Subject: Political science
ISSN: 0036-0775
Year: 2001
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