Rapid TFP Growth in Binhai New Area's Industry Sparks Technological Revolution
The study analyzed the productivity growth in Tianjin Binhai New Area from 1999 to 2007. They found that the area experienced rapid growth in total factor productivity (TFP), mainly due to technical progress. However, technical efficiency did not improve much. Most industries in the area saw TFP growth, with foreign investment firms leading in technology. State-owned enterprises had the lowest technical level despite making progress.