Why does buying local make so much economic sense for regions? What are the biases and strengths of using a traditional economic base approach to regional economic analysis versus industry cluster analysis? This engaging book explores answers, using the Pioneer Valley of Western Massachusetts as a testing ground. Great for regional planners in food systems, economic development, transportation, industrial development, and more.

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Monograph on theoretical and practical aspects of import substitution policy in developing countries and least developed countries - examines import substitution as a source of industrial growth and as a feasible strategy for improving those countries' trade and balance of payments. Bibliography pp. 109 to 119, graphs and statistical tables.

This book considers urbanization in Asia and presents case studies of sustainable development "best practice" from 12 Asian countries: Bangladesh, Cambodia, People's Republic of China, India, Indonesia, Lao People's Democratic Republic, Malaysia, Pakistan, Philippines, Sri Lanka, Thailand, and Viet Nam.