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The role of the government in the development of the automobile industry in Korea

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  • Jee In Lee

    (Chungnam National University)

  • Jai S. Mah

    (Ewha Womans University)

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This article addresses the effect of government R&D policies on the development of Korea’s automobile industry, particularly in relation to technological upgrading. The automobile industry is a highly value-added, technology-intensive industry that generates many good job opportunities. In addition, it is linked to various industries. Korea developed its own car model in the mid-1970s and since then Korea’s automobile industry has continued to develop. Effective government policies have played a significant role in its remarkable success. This article provides policy suggestions for developing countries intending to develop their own automobile industries.

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  • Jee In Lee & Jai S. Mah, 2017. "The role of the government in the development of the automobile industry in Korea," Progress in Development Studies, , vol. 17(3), pages 229-244, July.
    • Handle: RePEc:sae:prodev:v:17:y:2017:i:3:p:229-244
    DOI: 10.1177/1464993417713269
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