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Discussions on the developing world's industrial policies have largely neglected the role of state-owned entities. This paper argues that the resurgence of state capitalism has been, in part, the response of developing countries to the recent pattern of structural transformation involving weak...
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first part, we describe crucial dimensions of industrialization in the region - its extent, its historical trajectory, and …
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-protected import substitution industrialization strategy of 1960-83 to an outward liberalized strategy during 1984-2000, and since 2001 …
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This paper traces the role of local content in Zambia's mining sector in supporting industrialization and economic … diversification. It assesses productive linkages and manufacturing competitiveness during import-substitution industrialization and … productivity and export competitiveness during import-substitution industrialization, that era was successful in terms of domestic …
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This paper examines industrialization trends in developing countries. It uses the GGDC/UNU-WIDER Economic … countries for the period 1990-2018. Until the early 2000s de-industrialization was widespread, but then the trend reversed …. Regressions that control for income and demographic trends suggest significant employment industrialization in developing Asia and …
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Recent research highlights the considerable potential of industrial policy to support structural transformation in sub-Saharan Africa. Given the importance of the state in industrial policy, this paper considers the implications for these discussions of recent work on state fragility. It argues...
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have been mixed. Indonesia's structural transformation pattern has shifted, from 'upgrading industrialization' before the … crisis to 'stalled industrialization' afterwards. Both periods saw weak Kuznetsian tension, but patterns of structural …
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Despite the use of industrial policies to stimulate economic growth by several successful developers, latecomers have faced mixed experiences. Hence, this paper analyses the industrial policy experience of the electronics industry in Malaysia. A blend of institutions have guided technological...
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African countries have sought to replicate the success of East Asia by implementing special economic zones. Despite decades of international experience, there remains no blueprint for successful special economic zone policies, and the majority of special economic zones fall well below...
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African countries are facing great opportunities but also formidable challenges in accelerating economic growth and sustaining a high level of economic performance. The experiences of East Asian countries may offer valuable insights for African leaders and governments in making concerted efforts...
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