High Tech and Innovative Emerging Industries and Pakistan's Policies and Regulations towards Adaptation in the light of China’s Strategies of Reverse Engineering

Muqeem Muhammad Islam

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Abstract: The evolution of innovation dates back to ancient civilizations and continues to shape modern economies through high-tech advancements. Reverse engineering—a process of deconstructing and enhancing technologies—has been instrumental in industrial growth worldwide, notably in countries like China and Japan. Pakistan’s potential in leveraging reverse engineering remains underutilized, hindered by outdated infrastructure, inadequate R&D investments, weak institutional frameworks, and fragmented policies. Initiatives like STZs and the Digital Pakistan Policy offer promise but suffer from misaligned execution. This study underscores the transformative potential of reverse engineering in Pakistan’s defense, agriculture, pharmaceuticals, and renewable energy sectors. By fostering academia-industry-government collaboration, improving infrastructure, and adopting global best practices, Pakistan can bridge its technological gaps, enhance export competitiveness, and reduce its import dependency. A robust reverse engineering strategy will catalyze innovation, strengthen industrial output, and pave the way for long-term economic sustainability and self-reliance.

Keywords: Reverse engineering; innovation; economic sustainability; high-tech industries Pakistan (search for similar items in EconPapers)
JEL-codes: O2 (search for similar items in EconPapers)
Date: 2025, Revised 2025
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