The role of the government in R&D promotion and the development of technology-intensive industries in China

Jai S. Mah, Myeong Yeo

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Abstract

This article explains the role of the government in promoting China's R&D activities and development of technology-intensive industries. The measures implemented comprise: increasing the amount of R&D expenditure; developing science parks; encouraging private firms to undertake R&D activities and invest in technology-intensive industries by providing tax incentives; and attracting foreign-invested enterprises, in particular those bringing advanced technologies. As a result of government policies to promote R&D activities and develop technology-intensive industries, there has been an apparent improvement in human capital, innovation, and the production and export of output produced in technology-intensive industries. Finally, this article talks of the implications for developing countries pursuing an R&D promotion policy.

Original languageEnglish
Pages (from-to)91-107
Number of pages17
JournalChina Report
Volume50
Issue number2
DOIs
StatePublished - May 2014

Keywords

  • China
  • R&D promotion
  • government
  • technology

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