Towards an alternative economic development framework for Algeria: The challenge of the developmental state approach
International Journal of Development Issues
ISSN: 1446-8956
Article publication date: 17 July 2019
Issue publication date: 20 September 2019
Abstract
Purpose
This paper aims to propose a national development framework for Algeria while considering the country’s historical, social, cultural, institutional and political factors. The main focus of this paper is to sketch out the policy framework that might be advisable to develop and diversify the production lines of Algeria – given the country’s excessive reliance on oil and natural gas exports – while helping the country move to the next level of socioeconomic progress.
Design/methodology/approach
The approach is based on the developmental state analysis.
Findings
A developmental state argument is proposed here as a necessary basis for the support of selected industries of high potential and achievability while leaving space for further social and political advancement.
Practical implications
It can help greatly Algeria’s policymakers.
Social implications
Socio-economic progress.
Originality/value
This paper makes a significant contribution to the development efforts of Algeria.
Keywords
Citation
Cherikh, M. and Karagiannis, N. (2019), "Towards an alternative economic development framework for Algeria: The challenge of the developmental state approach", International Journal of Development Issues, Vol. 18 No. 3, pp. 334-352. https://doi.org/10.1108/IJDI-01-2019-0010
Publisher
:Emerald Publishing Limited
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