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This book evaluates African Special Economic Zones from the perspective of learning from China’s experiences with such Zones and the impact of Chinese policy and investment on African Zones. Utilising case studies of perceived successful Special Economic Zones in China, the book proposes the Chinese Model of Special Economic Zones as an evaluation and benchmarking tool against which African Special Economic Zones are considered. Applying several case studies on African Special Economic Zones, the book then details the competitiveness of African Special Economic Zones with a specific focus on attracting Chinese investors to these Zones. The economic, social and environmental impact of these zones are appraised. African Nations’ efforts, or lack thereof, to enable successful Special Economic Zones are critically analysed. Finally, Special Economic Zones in Africa are compared against the Chinese Model; and an African Model of Special Economic Zones is proposed. Recommendations are presented to both African Nations’ leadership and Chinese policymakers and investors as to how these Zones can be improved to enhance competitiveness and the attainment of the Zones’ sustainable development objectives.

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Author:   Bryan Robinson
Publisher:   Springer Verlag, Singapore
Imprint:   Palgrave Macmillan
Edition:   1st ed. 2022
Weight:   0.496kg
ISBN:  

9789811681073

ISBN 10:   9811681074
Pages:   345
Publication Date:   05 January 2023
Audience:   Professional and scholarly ,  Professional & Vocational
Format:   Paperback
Publisher's Status:   Active
Availability:   Manufactured on demand  
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Table of Contents

Part I. Context Chapter 1: Africa’s economies Chapter 2: China’s surge in growth facilitated by Special Economic Zones Chapter 3: The Chinese Special Economic Zone Model and China of the future Part II. The Emergence of Chinese Special Economic Zones in Africa Chapter 4: China in Africa Chapter 5: the emergence of Chinese interest in Special Economic Zones in Africa Part III. Evaluating Special Economic Zones in Africa Chapter 6: Critical issues for Chinese investment in special economic zones in Africa Chapter 7: Labour: Obstacles and opportunities Chapter 8: The social and environmental impact of Special Economic Zones in Africa Chapter 9 African Governments’ enabling (or constraining) influence on Special economic zone investment by the chinese Part IV. The African Model of Special Economic Zones Chapter 10: Towards impactful special economic zones in africa

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Bryan Robinson is a Research Associate and Senior Lecturer at Nelson Mandela University Business School, Port Elizabeth, South Africa.

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