Abstract:The dominant economic theory gives to the market a core function. Generally, exchanges of goods are considered as the way to maximize profit or utility. Social transformations are therefore driven by the market. The north of Lao PDR example refutes such theory. The Phongsaly rural communities have self-sufficiency as a main objective. They aim to reach it first. Before self-sufficiency is achieved, farmers do not produce for the market and they only start to market products once self-sufficiency is reached. Th… Show more
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