Special Economic Zone

/ˌspɛʃəl ɪkəˈnɑːmɪk zoʊn/

Definitions

  1. (n.) A designated geographic area within a country where business and trade laws differ from the rest of the country to encourage investment, economic activity, and trade.
    The government established a special economic zone to attract foreign manufacturers with tax incentives.

Forms

  • special economic zone
  • special economic zones

Commentary

Special economic zones are often created by legislation or administrative order to foster economic development and attract foreign direct investment by offering regulatory and tax advantages distinct from the national regime.

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