The Knowledge-Based Economy, Convergence and Economic Growth: Evidence from the European Union

作者: Stelios Karagiannis

DOI: 10.1016/J.JECA.2007.02.005

关键词: MacroeconomicsLisbon StrategyAffect (psychology)Panel dataInformation and Communications TechnologyEuropean unionKnowledge economyConvergence (economics)EconomicsHuman capital

摘要: Abstract The aim of this study is to estimate the effect that knowledge-based economy objective has on economic growth, which ultimate EU's Lisbon Strategy (LS). In particular we are interested in identifying whether policies and investments linked with transition a related higher growth. To investigate above research hypothesis, dynamic panel data growth model used, based Barro & Sala-i-Martin (1995), for 1990–2003 period. Growth empirics were estimated regarding full sample, as well two sub-groups consisting high low-income member-states. Results suggest R&D expenditure originating from abroad affect GDP rates significantly positively, also do human capital educational characteristics Information Communication Technology (ICT).

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