Abstract

Background/Objectives: This study highlights the benefit of delocalization as generator of economic development, the impact of country attractiveness on delocalization opportunities. The recommendations should be used as guideline for Malian authorities.

Methods/Statistical Analysis: The quantitative and qualitative methods, primary data collected by questionnaires and interviews are used. Secondary data are gotten from articles, journals and online resources. The research framework was analyzed using simple regression model. Hypothesis test is adopted to accept or reject the hypothesis formulated in this research. Excel software have been used to perform the test, the measures of p-value, correlation coefficient, coefficient of determination, standard error and slope.

Findings: The research findings confirmed that: delocalization is a development opportunities for developing countries. The results suggest that country attractiveness have significant impact on delocalization opportunities. Delocalization is a source of job creation, dissemination of technological knowledge, productivity improvement for local firms. Country attractiveness has a positive impact on delocalization opportunities is valid hypothesis. This study makes several contributions to research and theory of country attractiveness and delocalization opportunities. A greater understanding of the country attractiveness and delocalization opportunities provided further investigation of the relationship between country attractiveness and delocalization opportunities. This model can be used by other developing country to attract foreign investments. Through the use of this model, country can quickly identify areas requiring urgent improvement.

Improvements/Applications: Mali needs improvement in public administration, education, legislation, infrastructure, security and energy. The theoretical model developed in this study is applicable in practice.

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