'With a comprehensive background analysis and plethora of data, the book is an essential reading for those studying the Asian economy. The unique contribution of the book is that it attempts to expand beyond the main countries affected by the crisis, and considers its impact on the other, (lesser-developed) countries, mainly Viet Nam and China (PRC) . . . this book is highly recommended for the students of the Asian economy. With its wealth of information and data as its main strength, it should be an important reference source on the Asian economic studies for the years to come.'