What role does maquiladora play in the development of a country? Why is this phenomenon seen as a new phase in capitalist development? Is this a reasonable claim? The role that the maquila plays in the development of a country is an interesting topic to discuss. To understand the role that maquiladoras play, one must first gain an understanding of the original purpose of the maquila. Then, by studying the evolution of the maquiladora to …
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…United States. The growth of the maquilas has stopped productivity by domestic producers. I think this industry has not helped the development of the country as much as it might be able to in the future if some policy reforms are made. Bibliography Works Cited Alvarez, J. (2000). The Maquiladora. (4-23-00) Larison, Thomas D. (1997). International Political Economy. New York: Harcourt Brace College Publishers. Chapter 1, The Maquilas in Global Perspective. Maquilas/Export Processing Zones. (2000). Maquila Overview. (2000)