Least Developed Countries and the race to meet the 2030 Agenda
Countries can pick up their pace with policies based on reliable industrial statistics.
Countries can pick up their pace with policies based on reliable industrial statistics.
Policy considerations to achieve economic diversification in African countries.
Industrial rezoning is an attractive alternative to traditional policies promoting development through the urban migration of workers.
Demand-led industrial strategies can be highly effective, but need to be carefully designed and implemented to avoid possible pitfalls.
The region’s high labour and capital costs present a serious challenge to its competitiveness.