{"title":"Kimberly Kay Hoang","description":"\u003cp\u003eKimberly Kay Hoang's works explore intricate social and economic dynamics with sharp insight. Her books, such as \u003cem\u003eDealing in Desire\u003c\/em\u003e and \u003cem\u003eSpiderweb Capitalism\u003c\/em\u003e, offer nuanced examinations of capitalism, desire, and social networks, inviting readers to rethink conventional understandings of power and connection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eRooted in meticulous research, Hoang’s writing bridges academic rigor with accessible storytelling, making complex concepts in education and reference both engaging and thought-provoking. 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She traces the flow of capital from offshore funds in places like the Cayman Islands, Samoa, and Panama to special-purpose vehicles and holding companies in Singapore and Hong Kong, and how it finds its way into risky markets onshore in Vietnam and Myanmar. 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