As has been shown recently, Akamatsu's theory emphasizes the differentiation of the world economy, which leads to the rapid diffusion of new techniques to rising industrial nations, which starts with the import of new commodities by these nations. In time, techniques and capital goods are imported as well, and homogenous industries are being established.
Akamatsu's theory emphasizes the separation of the world economy, resulting in the accelerated transfer of modern techniques to emerging industrial powers, starting with the importation of innovative goods by these countries. As a consequence, both technology and capital goods are also imported, ultimately giving rise to uniform industries.