Altenburg, Tilman Industrial Policy in Developing Countries – Failing Markets, Weak States (1786439832)

'This is the book our students have been waiting for.'
- Hubert Schmitz, Institute of Development Studies and Founder of Sussex MA course Competing in the Global Economy

'A green transformation holds the potential to sustain a healthy planet where ecosystems are well-managed and human well-being is secured for future generations. This book makes a compelling case for the design of industrial policies that support a green economy. Being at the crossroads of their development pathways, developing countries have the unique opportunity to define their industrial policies in a resource-efficient, low-carbon and socially inclusive manner in the context of the Post-2015 Development Agenda.'
- Achim Steiner, Executive Director of the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP)

Industrial Policy in Developing Countries offers an in-depth assessment of both the potentials and perils of designing and implementing policy in countries at early stages of economic development. The range of insightful case studies illustrates the key dilemma: directing economic and social development through what are often incipient and weak institutions. This realistic, evidence-based assessment will appeal to both development researchers and industrial policy practitioners, particularly those working in developing countries.