A 5 page paper discussing Germany's chosen focus in its textile industry. There is no question that Germany is perfectly capable of producing its own textiles to avoid importing as much fabric and finished goods that it does. Production costs are prohibitively high, not only in labor but also in agricultural production of raw materials. Land is at a premium and too costly for field crops to be profitable in Europe's most populous country. Manufacture and export of textile machinery allows Germany to remain a world leader in the industry in an area more suited to Germany's physical limitations, while allowing Germany to further exercise its engineering expertise and leadership. Three figures. Bibliography lists 9 sources.
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