Defining ‘free zones’: A systematic review of literature

<p dir="ltr">For decades, the notion of ‘<i>Free Zones</i>' has remained complex and ambiguous. Despite considerable efforts in this regard, the concept of ‘<i>Free Zones</i>' and its components have not been sufficiently explored. To further consoli...

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Main Author: Omar Sharaf-addeen Alansary (17746719) (author)
Other Authors: Tareq Al-Ansari (9872268) (author)
Published: 2023
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Summary:<p dir="ltr">For decades, the notion of ‘<i>Free Zones</i>' has remained complex and ambiguous. Despite considerable efforts in this regard, the concept of ‘<i>Free Zones</i>' and its components have not been sufficiently explored. To further consolidate the related literature, this study conducted a literature review on the terminology of the <i>Free Zone</i> and its components using a systematic review method based on literature and international organizations such as the UNCTAD. This study provides needed general knowledge about the nature of <i>Free Zones</i>. It also presents the classifications and types of economic zones, and provides insight into what distinguishes <i>Free Zones</i> and economic zones from one another. Furthermore, it aggregates the <i>Free Zone</i> into its constituting components, concluding with insight into future research by identifying relevant challenges and gaps.</p><p dir="ltr"><br></p><h2>Other Information</h2><p dir="ltr">Published in: Heliyon<br>License: <a href="http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/" target="_blank">http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/</a><br>See article on publisher's website: <a href="https://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.heliyon.2023.e15344" target="_blank">https://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.heliyon.2023.e15344</a></p>