Economic diversification in Africa: How and why it matters
Policy considerations to achieve economic diversification in African countries.
Policy considerations to achieve economic diversification in African countries.
Left unaddressed, power asymmetries in the world economy can negatively impact industrialization in the Global South.
Road infrastructure can play a key role in ensuring that trade liberalization results in productivity enhancements for firms.
The localization of mineral-based global value chains and clean energy presents an opportunity for Africa to industrialize.
New evidence from Sub-Saharan Africa shows that public procurement policies improve domestic firm performance.
The pandemic is causing massive disruptions to flows of foreign direct investments. Developing countries are likely to be hit the hardest.
Automation and reshoring mitigate risks. Industrial policies aiming to reduce dependence on global supply chains could accelerate the trend.