Author Description
In this study, Professor Spinanger examines the strategies that have been developed for the industrialization of Peninsular Malaysia since its independence, tracing their evolution from the straightforward encouragement of foreign investment to the more sophisticated attempts to target more backward areas. The analysis concludes with an assessment of the impact of the policies adopted, along with some observations as to how certain imbalances might be corrected in the future.
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THE THESIS
This study investigates the efficacy of Malaysian industrialization strategies and their subsequent impact on regional economic disparities following the nation's independence. Professor Dean Spinanger utilizes historical economic data to evaluate the transition from initial foreign investment incentives to targeted regional development programs. The work provides a critical assessment of policy outcomes, offering a framework for understanding how government intervention shapes economic geography in a developing nation.
THE SCOPE MAP
What You Will Find
- Historical analysis of industrialization policies in Peninsular Malaysia since independence
- Evaluation of foreign direct investment strategies and their regional distribution
- Assessment of government efforts to mitigate economic imbalances in underdeveloped areas
- Policy recommendations for addressing regional economic disparities
THE AUTHORITY PERSPECTIVE
Experts recognize this study as a significant contribution to the literature on Southeast Asian economic development. Readers frequently note the technical nature of the analysis, which serves as a foundational reference for understanding the evolution of Malaysian industrial policy.
Page Count:
320
Publication Date:
1986-07-10
Publisher:
Oxford University Press
ISBN-10:
0195826590
ISBN-13:
9780195826593
Economics
Industrial Policy
Malaysia
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