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Multiple mechanisms of policy diffusion in China

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  • Youlang Zhang
  • Xufeng Zhu

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An increased interest in policy diffusion research on China has emerged in recent years. However, the multiple diffusion mechanisms in China have not been explored adequately. In this research, we employ the directed dyadic event history analysis, a new approach introduced into recent policy diffusion research, to examine the diffusion of China’s provincial level administrative licencing centres from 1999 to 2015. Our research provides consistent evidence that horizontal learning, imitation, and the vertical top-down diffusion mechanisms can coexist in China, which provides substantial empirical support for the application of policy diffusion theory in non-western countries.

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  • Youlang Zhang & Xufeng Zhu, 2019. "Multiple mechanisms of policy diffusion in China," Public Management Review, Taylor & Francis Journals, vol. 21(4), pages 495-514, April.
    • Handle: RePEc:taf:rpxmxx:v:21:y:2019:i:4:p:495-514
    DOI: 10.1080/14719037.2018.1497695
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