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Gospodarka oparta na wiedzy jako determinanta konwergencji gospodarczej Polski i wysoko rozwiniętych krajów Unii Europejskiej
The Knowledge-Base Economy as a Determinant of Economic Convergence between Poland and Highly Developed UE Countries

Author(s): Piotr Mańkiewicz
Subject(s): Economy, National Economy, Human Resources in Economy
Published by: Wydawnictwo Naukowe Uniwersytetu Marii Curie-Sklodowskiej
Keywords: gospodarka oparta na wiedzy; konwergencja gospodarcza; luka rozwojowa; długo - okresowy wzrost gospodarczy; knowledge-based economy; economic convergence; development gap; long-run growth

Summary/Abstract: The article addresses the question whether the transition towards the knowledge-based economy (KBE) can be a major determinant of economic convergence between Poland and highly developed EU countries. To prove the existence of development gap between Poland and highly developed EU countries, the comparative analysis of macroeconomic indicators have been applied. Based on theoretical models of long-run growth, the conditions for closing the gap have been determined. An attempt was made to assess the current level of KBE in Poland and to propose the directions for its further development to reinforce the long-run economic growth of the country.

  • Issue Year: L/2016
  • Issue No: 3
  • Page Range: 129-140
  • Page Count: 12
  • Language: Polish