Economic Patriotism. New game in industrial policy?

Globalisation triggers protectionist reactions. In the current discussion about economic patriotism in Europe industrial policy and protectionist arguments are commingled. Economic patriotism arises also as a reaction to growing economic interdependence. National industrial policy cannot be viewed in isolation any more but has to be seen in a global context.

This study aims to provide an overview of the subject of industrial policy in the context of the current debate about economic patriotism.