An alternative theoretical framework for the state-economy interactions in transforming economies

Vol. 17 No. 1 (1997)

Jan-Mar / 1997
Published January 1, 1997
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How to Cite

Delorme, Robert. 1997. “An Alternative Theoretical Framework for the State-Economy Interactions in Transforming Economies”. Brazilian Journal of Political Economy 17 (1):86-114. https://doi.org/10.1590/0101-31571997-0981.

An alternative theoretical framework for the state-economy interactions in transforming economies

Robert Delorme
Université de Versailles et Cepremap-Centre d’études prospectives d’économie mathématique appliqués à la planification, Paris, France.
Brazilian Journal of Political Economy, Vol. 17 No. 1 (1997), Jan-Mar / 1997, Pages 86-114

Abstract

This paper is built on the premise that frameworks of representation and worldviews
are important for reflection and decision in economic policymaking, becoming more
important as the stakes are high and the future is uncertain, as in Central and East European
countries. There appears to be a growing feeling of discrepancy between the errors that were
made, though based on a rather unified body of scientific economic theory, and differing
views advocating more pragmatism and less overconfidence in economic analysis. The latter
however are scattered and suffer from the absence of a unified theoretical framework although
sharing several basic features which are not perceived. This paper attempts to reflect
on such alternative.

JEL Classification: O20: P11.


Keywords: Structural change economic development economic planning