The political economy of Hong Kong's transboundary pollution-Reference-Cited by-同舟云学术

The political economy of Hong Kong's transboundary pollution

Published:2010-06-22 Issue:2 Volume:9 Page:175-192
ISSN:1477-0024
Container-title:Journal of International Trade Law and Policy
language:en
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Author:

Mushkat Miron,Mushkat Roda

Abstract

PurposeThe principal aim of this paper is to bring into analytical focus the institutional context of the escalation in cross‐border pollution in the Hong Kong/Pearl River Delta region.Design/methodology/approachThe interplay between economic and ecological forces is highlighted against the backdrop of coordination failures in a loosely structured organizational setting.FindingsIt is apparent that powerful bottom‐up forces of economic integration are overwhelming the embryonic machinery hesitantly erected to minimize their adverse effects.Practical implicationsThe heavily decentralized model relied upon to manage complex relationships within the Pearl River Delta region needs to be reassessed, with lessons drawn from other parts of the world, notably Europe, which is also confronting friction between the centre and periphery.Originality/valueThe underlying socio‐physical dynamics, fragile organizational façade and crucial policy choices are outlined in a systematic fashion, with intricate linkages carefully pinpointed.

Publisher

Emerald

Subject

Law,Political Science and International Relations,General Economics, Econometrics and Finance,Industrial relations

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