FDI Perspective No. 104: “Downstream processing in developing countries: Opportunity or mirage?,” by James Bond.

Downstream processing of oil, gas and minerals does not contribute nearly as much to the local economy as many leaders of resource-rich countries believe. A better strategy than promoting foreign investment in downstream processing is to nurture clusters of resource-related firms by creating a business-friendly investment environment and investing in targeted infrastructure.

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