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This is a correction notice for a previously published article examining how urban economic development influences port efficiency through spatial spillover effects, and identifying geographical boundaries where these effects diminish. The original research investigated the relationship between city-level economic activity and the operational efficiency of nearby ports, analyzing how far urban economic impacts extend geographically before weakening.
Why it matters
Understanding these spatial relationships can inform urban planning and port development strategies by clarifying how cities and ports mutually influence each other's performance. This knowledge is valuable for policymakers determining optimal locations for port infrastructure investments and for coordinating regional economic development.
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by Deng Zhao, Xu Dongmei, Zhou Yutao, Daun Wei