Publisher's Synopsis
This text reflects the shift in applied-policy work of the late 1980s and early 1990s, which has changed radically in recent years with the "globalization" of the world economy. The collection features current analyses of key issues such as productivity, the current account, taxation, technological change, strategic trade policy. Contributors include Bob Gregory, Peter Lloyd and Barry Hughes.;Emphasizing accessibility, this collection features current analyses of key issues including studies of: * productivity * the current account * taxation * technological change * strategic trade policy In addition to drawing on the best recent work of the highly respected Bureau of Industry Economics, the book contains contributions from leading academic writers in the field, including Bob Gregory, Peter Lloyd and Barry Hughes.;"The economic dynamics of Australian industry" brings together new work that will be essential reading for students, researchers, and anyone interested in this crucially important area.;Clive Hamilton has extensive experience in academic research and the policy environment. He is currently Senior Research Economist at the Bureau of Industry Economics in Canberra.;This book is intended for students and researchers in economic policy, and Australian studies.
