Industrial Competitiveness: The Challenge for Pakistan

In a world of globalization, with falling transport and communication costs and freer movement of goods and funds, the competitive position of national economies should be of great policy concern. This monograph examines the concept of competitiveness at the country level and considers various indicators of competitive strength. It then 'benchmarks' the position of Pakistan against a range of other countries.

The analysis indicates the importance of economic diversification, of strengthening the educational and technological base of the economy, and of improving the investment climate.The need for a competitiveness strategy is highlighted.

The views expressed in this paper are the views of the author/s and do not necessarily reflect the views or policies of the Asian Development Bank Institute nor the Asian Development Bank. Names of countries or economies mentioned are chosen by the author/s, in the exercise of his/her/their academic freedom, and the Institute is in no way responsible for such usage.

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