Economic corridor
Economic corridors are integrated networks of
Economic corridors often feature integrated infrastructure, such as
Definition
The Asian Development Bank coined the term economic corridor in 1998 to describe networks between different economic agents in a region.[3]
In practice, the term has most often been used to connote road highways such as the
Benefits
Regional integration
Economic corridors not only connect regions and countries through transportation but also strengthen infrastructure construction by establishing industrial clusters, thereby attracting investment and developing regional economy. As Hans-Peter Brunner points out, "they do not stand alone, as their role in regional economic development can be comprehended only in terms of the network effects that they induce".[1] Recent work has emphasized the need for a clear link of linear infrastructure like roads to establish such integration of broader, spatial economic activities,[5] as exemplified by the Almaty–Bishkek Economic Corridor (ABEC).
Economic development
A well-functioning industrial cluster will greatly stimulate economic development. As part of a comprehensive strategic development plan and integrated economic network, the economic corridor will integrate economic development in several regions within a country and/or between neighboring countries. Corridors can reduce production costs due to lower transportation and communication expenses, smooth connections between industrial chains, and shortened delivery times.
Employment
As a development and infrastructure strategy, the economic corridor may drive the development of regional industries and create thousands of local jobs. Tourism, hotels,
Living standards
The development of employment, commerce, and trade can increase the incomes of local people and facilitate the development some basic living facilities. Especially in some remote areas, the construction of transportation infrastructure can give residents access to education and medical services nearby, improving living conditions.[citation needed]
Critiques
Crowding out effect
The construction of economic corridors requires large public or capital investiment, which comes with several attached risks. Critics may describe a white elephant investment, an unfair investment of public money and space that sacrifices small business and individual interests in favor of corporate ones. The large investment in a single area can risk reduced investment in other areas, such as health, water and education.[7]
Impacts of construction
The construction of some economic corridors has a negative impact on the local environment, causing various forms of pollution and sometimes damaging nature reserves, forest parks or wildlife reserves. Industrial construction may also damage cultural monuments along the route.
If an economic corridor crosses a residential area, construction may force local residents to relocate and lose cultivated or commercial land, employment, and interpersonal relationships. Some residents living and working in agriculture may be impacted by soil erosion and water pollution.[citation needed]
Examples
- Bangladesh–China–India–Myanmar Forum for Regional Cooperation
- Central Asia Regional Economic Cooperation Program
- China–Central Asia–West Asia Economic Corridor
- China–Pakistan Economic Corridor
- East–West Economic Corridor
- Eastern Economic Corridor
- Eastern Economic Corridor (India)
- India-Middle East-Europe Economic Corridor[8]
- Khyber Pass Economic Corridor
- Mumbai-Bangalore economic corridor
- Nanning–Singapore Economic Corridor
- Sarawak Corridor of Renewable Energy
- Trans-Himalayan Multi-dimensional Connectivity Network
See also
References
- ^ a b c d Brunner, Hans-Peter. "What is Economic Corridor Development and What Can It Achieve in Asia's Subregions?" (PDF). Asia Development Bank. Archived from the original (PDF) on 23 October 2014. Retrieved 17 October 2014.
- ^ a b c Mulenga, Gadzeni. "Developing Economic Corridors In Africa" (PDF). AFRICAN DEVELOPMENT BANK GROU. Retrieved 17 October 2014.
- ^ a b Octaviano, BY Trishia P. "Economic corridors boost markets, living conditions". BusinessWorld Research. Archived from the original on 18 October 2014. Retrieved 17 October 2014.
- ^ Banomyong, Ruth. "Benchmarking Economic Corridors logistics performance : a GMS border crossing observation" (PDF). World Customs Journal. Archived from the original (PDF) on 10 June 2014. Retrieved 17 October 2014.
- ^ Srivastava, P., Regional Corridor Development in Regional Cooperation", Journal of International Commerce, Economics and Policy, vol. 4, no. 2, 2013
- ^ "Report: Economic Corridor". Brookings. October 9, 2013.
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- ^ P, Rajesh (18 September 2023). "IMEE Economic Corridor announced during G20 summit 2023". Newsvaadi.com. Archived from the original on 31 October 2023. Retrieved 18 September 2023.
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