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The Theoretical Framework: FDI and Technology Transfer

In: Technology Transfer via Foreign Direct Investment in Central and Eastern Europe

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  • Björn Jindra

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Chapter 2 introduces the theoretical framework which has developed around the topic of technology transfer via FDI. After some basic definitions and a short overview of the theory of the multinational enterprise (MNE), this chapter focuses on the channels and determinants of technology transfer via inward FDI. At the end of the chapter a classification of determinants into host country-, industry-, MNC- and subsidiary-specific factors in relation to technology transfer types is developed. Unlike portfolio- investment, FDI is a long-term oriented investment abroad with the main objective of the investor being to gain a significant impact on the company’s decision making processes (Krugman and Obstfeld, 2000: 169). According to the International Monetary Fund (IMF), a significant impact is possible when the foreign investor holds a share of at least 10 per cent of the nominal capital.

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  • Björn Jindra, 2006. "The Theoretical Framework: FDI and Technology Transfer," Studies in Economic Transition, in: Johannes Stephan (ed.), Technology Transfer via Foreign Direct Investment in Central and Eastern Europe, chapter 2, pages 6-29, Palgrave Macmillan.
    • Handle: RePEc:pal:stuchp:978-0-230-52448-4_2
    DOI: 10.1057/9780230524484_2
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