Governance of special economic zones and their performance: Evidence from Poland

Dorożyński, Tomasz; Świerkocki, Janusz; Dobrowolska, Bogusława

doi:10.15678/eber.2021.090310

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“…In this sense, the results extend the general findings of the positive role of SEZs in increasing exports at the local level, by showing the interregional heterogeneity of their influence. Similar, heterogeneous effects in other aspects of SEZs operations were seen by Ambroziak and Hartwell (2018), Cicha-Nazarczuk (2021), Wang (2013), probably due to significant disproportions in the development of particular zones, their number and different locations, which affect zonal performance and the quality of their governance (Dorożyński et al, 2021).…”

Section: Discussionmentioning

confidence: 53%

Exporting Activity in Rural Regions: Does It Differ From Urban Regions? Evidence From Poland

Nazarczuk,

Umiński,

Márquez-Ramos

2024

Technological and Economic Development of Economy

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Limited export potential can impede growth prospects. While core regions serve as hubs of globalization, the question remains as to how rural regions can increase their exports. By identifying the factors that enhance the export competitiveness of rural regions, particularly in comparison to urban regions, we can steer them towards sustainable development and overcome constraints related to remoteness. However, there is no simple or shortcut way of increasing exports in rural regions. It still requires long-term investments, improvements in human capital, inflows of foreign-owned entities, and advantageous operations of special economic zones. Social capital has a positive impact on exports at the regional level, but its effect could not be acknowledged in the subsets of regions. What should rural regions prioritise? Investing in human capital and promoting non-agricultural economic activities that have a greater impact on rural exports than urban ones.

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confidence: 53%

Exporting Activity in Rural Regions: Does It Differ From Urban Regions? Evidence From Poland

Nazarczuk,

Umiński,

Márquez-Ramos

2024

Technological and Economic Development of Economy

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“…They concluded that the quality of governance does matter. 48 The aim of the second study was to assess institutional quality in 28 EU Member States and to examine the relationship between the quality of institutions and FDI inward stock as a percent of GDP. The study demonstrated that the EU Member States differ with respect to institutional quality.…”

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confidence: 99%

The Justification of the Sectoral Model of Chambers of Commerce – Polish Perspective

Dąbrowski,

Dorożyński,

Marciniak

2023

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The authors of the conceptual article took up the topic of the sectoral model of chambers of commerce (of trade, of industry and commerce, etc.). This proposal complements the taxonomy of chambers present in the literature, based on three main models: continental, Anglo-Saxon and mixed. A comparative worldwide analysis of chambers of commerce indicates their significant diversity, but also the significant impact of historical and social conditions on their organization, position and effectiveness. Therefore, their system should be designed adequately to the needs of a given country, rather than directly transferring foreign or historical solutions into the domestic context. Present Polish chambers of commerce function as voluntary organizations associating entrepreneurs at various levels: sectoral, national, regional, local and bilateral (as Polish-foreign chambers). However, this solution does not provide effective communication between entrepreneurs and public authorities. Polish studies propose the creation of chambers of commerce in the continental model, which is based on the 19th-century regional structure. The authors argue that this concept is outdated in the era of global economic interconnections. The concentration of knowledge and competences needed today can be more effectively provided by the sectoral model. Sectoral chambers of commerce enable expert specialization appropriate to the needs of entrepreneurs and public authorities. They are also an effective platform for the decentralization of public administration. This model is an original concept of the authors in the discussion about possible evolution of chambers of commerce in the Polish context. Its implementation requires, i.a., proper definition of chambers’ tasks and the inclusion of entrepreneurs in the process of their creation. The discussion in the national press and industry magazines shows that these inquiries are valuable not only for science, but also for entrepreneurs and people responsible for the legislative process. Therefore, the aim of the conducted research was to justify the implementation of the sectoral model in the context of the current Polish practice and the increasing role of expert knowledge.

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“…However, the authors did not identify studies whose results could directly relate to their original research concept. Therefore, they relied on Polish literature and previous research results (Smutek, 2017;Czyżowska & Żmija, 2022;Dorożyński, Świerkocki & Dobrowolska, 2021).…”

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confidence: 99%

Determinants of Development of Municipal Economic Activity Zones in Poland

Kurowska-Pysz,

Pierzyna

2023

Liberec Economic Forum 2023

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The research aims to identify the factors that can significantly affect the creation and development of economic activity zones set up in recent years in many Polish communes as an alternative to special investment zones centrally created by the state. The research was conducted in 2020–2022 in an interpretational mode with the application of a qualitative approach, i.e., with the use of quality detailed research (CATI and CAWI structured interviews). The research sample included 15 representatives of local self-governments who run such zones and 45 entrepreneurs investing in these zones. Apart from that, there were 5 individual in-depth interviews with representatives of self-governments. The study identified social and economic challenges that led to the development of municipal economic activity zones and related factors. The key objectives and circumstances concerning the establishment of the zones have been identified.

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Governance of special economic zones and their performance: Evidence from Poland

Cited by 6 publications

References 10 publications

Exporting Activity in Rural Regions: Does It Differ From Urban Regions? Evidence From Poland

Exporting Activity in Rural Regions: Does It Differ From Urban Regions? Evidence From Poland

The Justification of the Sectoral Model of Chambers of Commerce – Polish Perspective

Determinants of Development of Municipal Economic Activity Zones in Poland

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