National identity and the varieties of capitalism.The Danish experience
Campbell, John L. ; Hall, John A. ; Pedersen, Ove K.
McGill-Queen's University Press - Montreal
2006
XIV, 252 p.
capitalism ; economic conditions ; European integration ; labour market ; new economy ; social policy ; welfare state ; Danish model
Studies in Nationalism and Ethnic Conflict
4
Economic development
English
Bibliogr.;Index
0-7735-2997-7
03.02-44961
In 14 comparative essays the book analyzes the success of Denmark's national political economy. Contributors to 'National Identity and the Varieties of Capitalism' draw from the literature on capitalism and small states and corporatism to explore why this is the case. They find that Danish political and economic institutions facilitate bargaining and consensus building in ways that have enabled the state, businesses, and labour unions to adapt to the challenges of globalization.
Moreover, by virtue of its small size, homogeneous population, and response to a variety of international challenges - both economic and geopolitical - Denmark has developed a strong national identity that further bolsters consensus building. The result has been an adaptable and flourishing national political economy.
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