Issues in Entrepreneurship and Sme Development

Part II of this report is structured in six thematic chapters. Each chapter starts with a summary of main findings from the local case study areas by the OECD. In the following paper, both theoretical and practical aspects of policy action are discussed in light of new policy approaches and options. References are made to good practice initiatives in East Germany and other regions in OECD member countries. A chapter concludes with the OECD policy recommendations presented as a 'Checklist'. Along with a selection of international learning models and good practice examples in East Germany, this final section of each thematic chapter aims to inspire policy innovation and the development of local approaches to strengthen entrepreneurship.