Strategies for Structural Transformation in Countries in South and South-West Asia

Clovis Freire

No 1203, Development Papers from United Nations Economic and Social Commission for Asia and the Pacific (ESCAP) South and South-West Asia Office

Abstract: This paper approaches inclusive development in South and South-West Asia through the framework of structural transformation and productive capacities. It discusses the opportunities for these countries to build their productive capacities through product diversification and presents a list of potential new products and export markets that could be targeted by government and private sector for achieving higher long-term gains. The paper also discusses country-specific strategies that combine laissez-faire and strategic diversification approaches to facilitate the emergence of new economic activities that are more likely to increase the productive capacities in the country.

Keywords: Diversification; Structural Transformation; Productive Capacities; Economic Development (search for similar items in EconPapers)
JEL-codes: O11 O14 O33 O38 O53 O57 (search for similar items in EconPapers)
Pages: 59 pages
Date: 2012-08
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Working Paper: Strategies for Structural Transformation in Countries in South and South-West Asia (2012)
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