A new industry that may be encouraged by protectionist policies is called a(n)

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An infant industry is a new industry that is protected from foreign competition by a government's trade barriers, such as tariffs or quotas. This protection is intended to give the industry time to establish itself and become competitive before facing foreign competition. This policy is often used in developing countries to support the growth of new industries.

A New Industry That May Be Encouraged by Protectionist Policies