Why do some countries attract more foreign investment than others?

 
Individual Essay
You are required to write a 1500 word essay on one of the two topics below [the bibliography should not be included in the word count]. The essay counts for 30% of the final mark for the module.

1. Why do governments protect their domestic firms? Describe the main reasons for trade protection and assess whether any of these enhance economic welfare.

See the Extended Reading List for relevant references, and also consult the following:
Brewer, T. L. (1993). Government policies, market imperfections, and foreign direct investment. Journal of International Business Studies, 24(1): 101-120.

Dunning, J. H. (1988). The eclectic paradigm of international production: a restatement and some possible extensions. Journal of International Business Studies, 19(1): 1-31.

Hill, C.W.L. (2013). International business: competing in the global marketplace. Ninth edition. New York: McGraw-Hill. Chapters 6 & 7.

Krugman, P. R. (1987). Is free trade passé?. The Journal of Economic Perspectives, 1(2): 131-144.

Lenway, S. A., & Murtha, T. P. (1994). The state as strategist in international business research. Journal of International Business Studies, 25(3): 513-535.

Porter, M. E. (1990). The competitive advantage of nations. Harvard Business Review, 68(2): 73-93.
2. Why do some countries attract more foreign investment than others? How might countries improve their chances of gaining inward investment?

See the Extended Reading List for relevant references, and also consult the following:
Asiedu, E. (2002). On the determinants of foreign direct investment to developing countries: is Africa different?. World Development, 30(1): 107-119.