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Multi-scalar Dynamics of Cluster Development: The Role of Policies in Three Korean Clusters
Multi-scalar Dynamics of Cluster Development: The Role of Policies in Three Korean Clusters

Author(s): Kim Hyungjoo , Lee Jeong Hyop
Subject(s): Social Sciences
Published by: Urbanistični inštitut Republike Slovenije
Keywords: cluster theory; multi-scalar geography; Korea

Summary/Abstract: This paper critically examines cluster dynamics and development in a multi-scalar approach, criticizing both the argument overemphasizing local networks and endogenous development for regional development and the contention highlighting global networks and the role of global players. We argue that state policies, exogenous and direct, play a significant part in cluster dynamics and development especially in the case of Korea where the state government’s strong policies have led to rapid industrialization. We analyze multi-scalar factors, especially the government policies at a national level, in the development paths of the three cases including Ulsan automobile cluster, Daedeok research cluster, and Dongdaemun fashion cluster.

  • Issue Year: 23/2012
  • Issue No: 1 Spec
  • Page Range: 7-18
  • Page Count: 12
  • Language: English
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