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Trade policy, productivity and learning: Evidence in South Africa

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The theoretical argument in support of trade liberalisation is based, in part, on exports that foster dynamic efficiency gains primarily through learning and technological upgrading. Using data collected in the motor vehicle components industry, the article explores whether there is any evidence in the South African manufacturing sector to support this hypothesis. Although the conclusions are tentative, the author finds no unambiguous empirical support for the argument that, in the South African context, trade liberalisation fosters learning and innovation at the level of the firm.

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  • Imraan Valodia, 1999. "Trade policy, productivity and learning: Evidence in South Africa," Development Southern Africa, Taylor & Francis Journals, vol. 16(3), pages 531-546.
    • Handle: RePEc:taf:deveza:v:16:y:1999:i:3:p:531-546
    DOI: 10.1080/03768359908440097
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    1. Anthony Black, 2001. "Globalization and restructuring in the South African automotive industry," Journal of International Development, John Wiley & Sons, Ltd., vol. 13(6), pages 779-796.

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