BALLARD, J.A. (EDITED BY)

Policy-Making in a New State. Papua New Guinea, 1972-77.

St Lucia. University of Queensland Press. 1981. Stock ID #178885

Endpaper maps and one in-text map, viii + 331pp, bibliography, index, dustjacket trifle shelf worn, a very good hardback copy.

In 'Policy-Making in a New State' ten active participants in the transition in Papua New Guinea describe and interpret the problems of policy-making in several crucial areas. These include the transfer of power from Australia, the role of the Cabinet, the imposition of policy control by ministers, attempts at administrative reform, and policy concerning the economy, the law, lands issues, and agriculture. In addition, there are studies of the implementation of the Rural Improvement Programme and the establishment of provincial governments. An introductory essay locates the experience of Papua New Guinea within the context of policy-making in new states emerging from colonial rule.

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