La ruée africaine vers l’émergence : entre stratégies communes de développement et concurrences étatiques
ABSTRACTThis article explores the notions of emergence and development, as well as the relationship between the two. At different times, both concepts have enjoyed widespread use among economists, although these changing lexicological preferences do not seem to reflect any sort of epistemological in...
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| Format: | Article |
| Language: | English |
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Association d'Economie Politique
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| Series: | Revue Interventions Économiques |
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| Online Access: | https://journals.openedition.org/interventionseconomiques/24763 |
| Summary: | ABSTRACTThis article explores the notions of emergence and development, as well as the relationship between the two. At different times, both concepts have enjoyed widespread use among economists, although these changing lexicological preferences do not seem to reflect any sort of epistemological incompatibility. Despite its growing use, the term "emergence" has failed to overtake "development" an expression still preferred by international bodies. In any case, the newer concept seeks to describe the same realities born of precariousness and poverty. Appearing at first glance to be another mantra of international cooperation, "emergence" might be better described as a terminological revelation embraced as an alternative to "development," insofar as its use is rooted in the revitalization of African economies. Indeed, with respect to its capacity for attracting international investment, Africa is the new Eldorado. But questions remain on the communalization of development strategies, regional development programs, and the potential for countries across this emerging continent to achieve genuine independence. At the same time, the neoliberal ideas behind most national initiatives emphasize better integration into the market economy, based on the example set by Western countries. |
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| ISSN: | 0715-3570 1710-7377 |