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An Inductive Theory Of Regional Development

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  • Sven Illeris

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ABSTRACT Regional development tendencies in Western Europe in recent decades are analyzed. They show a mosaic‐like pattern of dynamic and declining regions in all parts of Europe, while there is no uniform core/periphery polarization. On this basis, an inductive theory of regional development in economically advanced societies is constructed. It states that the structural composition of the economy of each region plays a role in its development. However, locational shifts occur within all sectors. Whether a region gain or loses depends largely on the local conditions, such as political institutions, regional policy assistance, infrastructure, supply of skilled people, social qualifications, factor prices and population density. This theory fits well into the picture of the emerging service society.

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  • Sven Illeris, 1993. "An Inductive Theory Of Regional Development," Papers in Regional Science, Wiley Blackwell, vol. 72(2), pages 113-134, April.
    • Handle: RePEc:bla:presci:v:72:y:1993:i:2:p:113-134
    DOI: 10.1111/j.1435-5597.1993.tb01867.x
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    1. Enrique Lopez Bazo & Esther Vaya Valcarce & Antonio Jose Mora & Jordi Surinach Caralt, 1997. "Regional economic dynamics and convergence in the european union," Working Papers in Economics 12, Universitat de Barcelona. Espai de Recerca en Economia.
    2. Miki Malul & Raphael Bar-El, 2009. "The Gap between Free Market and Social Optimum in the Location Decision of Economic Activity," Urban Studies, Urban Studies Journal Limited, vol. 46(10), pages 2045-2059, September.

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