Working Smart and Small: The Role of Knowledge-based and Service Industries in Growth Strategies for Small States - Softcover

Qureshi, Mahvash

Softcover

ISBN 10: 085092877X ISBN 13: 9780850928778

Publisher: Commonwealth Secretariat, 2008

Synopsis

Small states face serious challenges for development due to their size, remoteness and vulnerability. This work suggests how small states can reposition themselves in the global economy and move into knowledge-based and service industries. It provides an overview of factors constraining the development of services sector and trade in services.

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About the Author

Dr Mahvash Saeed Qureshi was a Research Officer in the Investment and Growth programme at the Overseas Development Institute whilst doing the research for this book. Dr Dirk Willem te Velde is a Research Fellow at the Overseas Development Institute. He leads the Investment and Growth programme, has published widely on these subjects and advises developing country governments and development agencies.

Edition details

• Publisher: Commonwealth Secretariat
• Publication date: 2008
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 085092877X
• ISBN 13: 9780850928778
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 158