英文摘要 |
This study takes industrial policy as an example to explore two critical aspects of constitutional theory: (1) the significance and role of constitutional change and (2) constitutional mandates. Generally, the constitutional framework of industrial policy consists of the general constitution and a sectoral economic constitution. Here, to examine the relationship between constitutional change and industrial policy, we argue the power allocation between the legislative and administrative departments is a crucial point. The mechanics of constitutional change is explored through the right to interpret the constitution, the right to amend the constitution, and the application of the constitution. Taiwan’s experience demonstrates that constitutional amendments have influenced industrial policy. Overall, a substantial correlation exists among industrial policy, the constitutional amendment, and changes in the application of the constitution. To understand industrial policy as a constitutional mandate, this article suggests that constitutional mandates is both applied to legislative and administrative actions. The argument is established from the analysis of industrial policy’s planning, organization, and specificity. Moreover, this paper suggests the necessity of creating flexibility in constitutional supervision. The flexibility is helpful to sustain the sustainable development of the Constitution and strike a balance between industrial policy, legislative order, and the government’s missions. In other words, sustainability is key to harmonizing the Constitutional Order with economic interests and national development. |