Ha-Joon Chang

Ha-Joon Chang is a prominent South Korean institutional economist specializing in development economics.

He is currently a reader at the University of Cambridge, focusing on the Political Economy of Development.

Chang is known for his critiques of free-market economics and neoliberal policies, arguing for a more nuanced approach to economic development.

His work often challenges conventional wisdom in economics, drawing on historical examples and empirical evidence.

Chang's books, including "23 Things They Don't Tell You About Capitalism" and "Bad Samaritans," have gained widespread popularity for their accessible explanations of complex economic concepts and their critical perspective on mainstream economic theories.