Analysis of the industrial structure in the provinces of Najaf and Babil 2000-2012

Abstract

The characteristics of the industrial structure can be analyzed by a number of methods, including descriptive analysis and quantitative analysis. In quantitative analysis, there are several statistical coefficients that perform this task. The Gypsum-Martin coefficient was chosen to analyze the industrial structure and its change in the provinces of Najaf and Babel for the period from (2000, 2012). As a result of the analysis, it was found that they tend to diversify, and that their change tends to increase diversification as well. In the analysis of industrial settlement, three main objectives are established: economic efficiency, social justice, and economic activity, and then merging these objectives with a comprehensive goal. As a result of the analysis, it was found that there is a high potential for the successful settlement of the engineering, construction and wood industries in Najaf. And the engineering, food and construction industries in Babylon... and that it is possible to expand these industries in the future.