This paper discusses a possible case for industrial policy, with special reference to the two emerging global giants, China and India. It begins with a clarification of the meaning of industrial policy, since not only does the term mean different things to different people, but the traditional...

Industrialisation in Africa: the imperative of de-centring the colonial economic logic -- Industrialisation, economic growth and the transformation of society -- The state of industrial development in Africa -- Industrialisation and development planning in Africa -- Industrial development...