{"title":"Howard Davies","description":"\u003cp\u003eHoward Davies offers insightful explorations into the dynamics of leadership, economics, and global change. His works, such as \u003cem\u003eThe Chancellors\u003c\/em\u003e, delve into the intricacies of economic policy and governance, providing readers with a nuanced understanding of power and decision-making in complex environments.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWith a focus on education, business, and societal transformation, Davies combines academic rigour with accessible analysis. \u003cem\u003eUnderstanding a Changing China\u003c\/em\u003e exemplifies his ability to illuminate rapidly evolving markets and political landscapes, making his books essential for anyone interested in contemporary global affairs.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"the-chancellors-by-howard-davies-9781509549542","title":"The Chancellors","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen the Treasury lost control of interest rates to the Bank of England in 1997, its status looked under threat. However, it quickly reasserted its power by dominating policymaking across Whitehall and diminishing other ministries in the process. It also successfully fought off attempts by Prime Ministers, from Blair to Johnson, to cut it down to size.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIn this fascinating insider account, based on in-depth interviews with the Chancellors and key senior officials, Howard Davies shows how the past twenty-five years have nonetheless been a roller-coaster ride for the Treasury. Heavily criticised for its response to the global financial crisis, and for the rigours of the austerity programme, it also ran into political controversy through its role in the Scottish referendum and the Brexit debate. The Treasury’s dire predictions of the impact of Brexit have not been borne out. Redemption of a kind, though a costly one, came from its muscular response to the COVID crisis.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAnyone with an interest in economic policymaking, in the UK and elsewhere, will find this a valuable and entertaining account. \u003cem\u003eThe Chancellors\u003c\/em\u003e offers readers an insightful look into the challenges and triumphs of this pivotal institution.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Unknown","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47428225138924,"sku":"9781509549542","price":37.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/9781509549542.jpg?v=1774766893"},{"product_id":"understanding-a-changing-china-by-howard-davies-9781138203747","title":"Understanding a Changing China","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs China becomes the world’s largest economy, it is important to understand the key issues shaping the country’s business environment and the behaviour of Chinese businesspeople.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis is difficult because those issues are contested. Is China growing at 3% or 8%? Is the Chinese consumer going to save the world? Are state-owned enterprises national champions or zombies? Have we reached the end of \"Cheap China\"? Can China innovate? Is business still dominated by personal connections? Are markets or the state in control? Does Chinese culture impede or support organisational effectiveness? Are Chinese dragons at your door? Will the finance and property sectors implode? Is the Chinese model sustainable, or will it end in tears?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eOn all these issues there is ill-informed \"noise\", and an abundance of partisan interpretations. The purpose of \u003cem\u003eUnderstanding a Changing China\u003c\/em\u003e, therefore, is to provide an even-handed analysis of the key issues that will shape the threats and opportunities arising from China’s development in the next decade. It cannot resolve the competing claims made. 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Is China growing at 3% or 8%? Is the Chinese consumer going to save the world? Are state-owned enterprises national champions or zombies? Have we reached the end of \"Cheap China\"? Can China innovate? Is business still dominated by personal connections? Are markets or the state in control? Does Chinese culture impede or support organisational effectiveness? Are Chinese dragons at your door? Will the finance and property sectors implode? Is the Chinese model sustainable, or will it end in tears?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eOn all these issues, there is ill-informed \"noise\" and an abundance of partisan interpretations. The purpose of \u003cem\u003eUnderstanding a Changing China\u003c\/em\u003e, therefore, is to provide an even-handed analysis of the key issues that will shape the threats and opportunities arising from China's development in the next decade. It cannot resolve the competing claims made. 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