This subject examines government policies relating to the behaviour of firms. It begins by considering the rationale for government intervention in private sector activities, with emphasis on current developments in the corporatisation and privatisation of government business enterprises. Specific government policies and the formation of such policies are then examined. Policies looked at include economic aspects of competition policy, industry policy, protection of the national interest, foreign investment, small business policy, research and development targeted sectoral policies.

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