the development success of the Johor-Singapore-SEZ relies not only on infrastructure and diplomacy but also on an efficient legal and regulatory framework
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South Africa’s ambitious renewable energy masterplan has been approved, but will need huge funding and co-ordination between government departments.
African countries are urbanising fast but without investment in public infrastructure and services, resulting in congestion, contagion and the rise of informal settlements.
Freeports have not reached their full potential in west Africa.
Infrastructure that links mines to ports isn’t enough – it needs to be accompanied by policies that encourage productive investment in factories.
The experiences of all past successful late industrialisers tell us that experimentation with policies resulted in better outcomes.
But they may not bring all the economic benefits that their proponents suggest.
Employing Syrian refugees is not the same as protecting them.
China’s experience indicates that special economic zones can help countries in Africa attract foreign investors, diversify their economies and promote manufacturing.
As Southeast Asian countries countries gear up for its ASEAN Economic Community Indonesia should look into setting up special economic zones together with bordering countries.
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Researcher, Indonesian Center for Law and Policy Studies (PSHK)
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Research Fellow, Centre for Chinese Studies, Stellenbosch University
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Lecturer in Management and Maritime Business, University of Plymouth
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Senior Lecturer in Urban Development & Transformation, University of Manchester
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Senior Lecturer in Economics, City St George's, University of London
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Professor of Economics, City St George's, University of London
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Research associate at African Centre for Cities, University of Cape Town
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Lecturer in Global Urban Development, University of Manchester
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Reader in Politics, Governance and Development, Global Development Institute, University of Manchester
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Senior Researcher at the Centre for Sustainability Transitions, Stellenbosch University
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School of Law, Universiti Utara Malaysia
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Visiting Research Fellow at the Centre for Peace and Security, Coventry University
