junho 7, 2026 – ABRAZPE

The Role of Special Economic Zones in Regional Economic Development and Methodology for Assessing Their Impact

1 minuto Abstract: This article examines the role of Special Economic Zones (SEZs) in regional economic development and develops a methodological framework for assessing their socio-economic impact. In the context of globalization, industrial restructuring, and increasing competition for investment, SEZs are increasingly used as instruments for attracting capital, expanding exports, creating employment, stimulating innovation, and reducing regional disparities. The study argues that SEZ effectiveness cannot be evaluated solely through the amount of attracted investment or the volume of industrial production. A comprehensive assessment should Continue lendo→

On industry and SEZs in the South, the EU Commission calls for more selection and targeted measures

2 minutos Desk-written industrial policies do not move results and statistics. And they do not easily change the productivity levels of a country that has always lagged behind in European comparison. These are considerations that, in a nutshell, can be gleaned from the European Commission’s Country Report on Italia, just published together with the usual Recommendations. The focus is on the lack of alignment between the strategic documents that should dictate the government’s course for relaunching industry. Italia,’ the Commission notes, ‘has taken a Continue lendo→