US economic sanctions, in the opinion of most observers, have not succeeded in attaining the desired objectives. Sanctions often impact US businesses negatively as well as other domestic and foreign constituencies. Our review of economic sanctions suggests that the US should adopt a phased...

Purpose – The purpose of this paper is to provide a systematic framework for guidance to developing countries in promoting competitive capabilities in targeted sectors. Design/methodology/approach – This is a conceptual paper that incorporates experiences culled from the literature on...

Purpose – This paper aims to describe a planning and implementation model for privatizing state‐owned enterprises (SOEs) in developing countries. Design/methodology/approach – The privatization model, developed within the context of selection, transition, and sustainability phases,...