New Perspectives in Economics: Research from Developing Countries is a new collection of topical articles that represent the very highest level of scholarship in the field of economics. A mixture of original research and thought leadership pieces combine to examine the changing economic landscape in developing countries in Africa and Asia in particular. Topics covered, among others include: — Socioeconomic determinants of poverty;— Analysis of financial structure and economic growth;— Growth elasticity of poverty; This book provides researchers, professionals, managers and policy makers with an easy—to—read selection of interesting research articles all of which have been cited by peers within the economics research community.