This book addresses the new role of the state in supporting the private sector in Africa and Asia. The book starts from the premise that governments have lost their previous roles of direct control and regulation, and moves on to examine their new set of roles within a 'free' market. It concentrates on examining these new roles and whether or not the agencies charged with the task have the capacities to deal with these new expectations.

Autorentext
PAUL JACKSON has been working in the School of Public Policy at the University of Birmingham, researching and carrying out consultancy for international agencies and governments. His interest in private sector development stems from experience of working with government agencies and companies in Africa, Asia and Eastern Europe.

Inhalt
Preface The Policy Environment for Industry Entrepreneurs and Institutions Adjustment and Manufacturing: The Structure of Entrepreneurship The Structure of Business Support Systems Promotion, Facilitation, Regulation and Representation Promotion and Representation Conclusions: What Role Should Meso Level Agencies Play in Industrial Development? Bibliography Index