The Colombo Plan
Development Internationalism in Cold War Asia
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David Lowe's 'The Colombo Plan: Development Internationalism in Cold War Asia' examines the origins, practices and legacy of the Colombo Plan from the 1950s onward.
The book explores how the Plan facilitated technical assistance, student exchanges and infrastructure projects while navigating Cold War politics and post‑colonial sensitivities.
Lowe analyses contributions from donor countries, recipient experiences, and the Plan's role in shaping regional ties and soft power.
He places the Colombo Plan within broader debates about development, anti‑communism, and diplomatic culture in the Asia‑Pacific.
The work draws on archival sources and personal stories to assess both achievements and limitations of the initiative.
The book explores how the Plan facilitated technical assistance, student exchanges and infrastructure projects while navigating Cold War politics and post‑colonial sensitivities.
Lowe analyses contributions from donor countries, recipient experiences, and the Plan's role in shaping regional ties and soft power.
He places the Colombo Plan within broader debates about development, anti‑communism, and diplomatic culture in the Asia‑Pacific.
The work draws on archival sources and personal stories to assess both achievements and limitations of the initiative.
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