Economic Change in East Malaysia: Sabah and Sarawak since 1850

Examines and compares the pace of economic and social change in Sabah and Sarawak, two states on the island of Borneo. The book concentrates on economic development and the role of the state during the first four decades of the 20th century, but also links the pre-and post- World War II periods. Development issues explored include: mineral resource utilization, the organization of labor, administrative and economic reforms, agricultural resource expansion, and transport development. Also examined is the environmental impact of the timber trade, land development schemes, and dam construction. Annotation c. by Book News, Inc., Portland, Or.