Deindustrialisation: lessons from the structural outcomes of post-Communist transition

Tomasz Mickiewicz, Anna Zalewska

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Abstract

Theoretical and empirical studies show that deindustrialisation, broadly observed in developed countries, is an inherent part of the economic development pattern. However, post-communist countries, while being only middle-income economies, have also experienced deindustrialisation. Building on the model developed by Rowthorn and Wells (1987) we explain this phenomenon and show that there is a strong negative relationship between the magnitude of deindustrialisation and the efficiency and consistency of market reforms. We also demonstrate that reforms of the agricultural sector play a significant role in placing a transition country on a development path that guarantees convergence to EU employment structures.
Original languageEnglish
Place of PublicationAnn Arbor, MI (US)
PublisherWilliam Davidson Institute at the University of Michigan
Number of pages38
Publication statusPublished - 2002

Publication series

NameWilliam Davidson Institute working paper series
PublisherWilliam Davidson Institute
No.463

Keywords

  • economic transition
  • employment structures
  • deindustrialisation
  • liberalisation
  • convergence

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