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Using a mix of regulatory and soft law tax measures to combat illicit financial flows

Illicit financial flows (IFFs) are often associated with illegal activities, such as money laundering, tax evasion, corruption, smuggling, human trafficking,…

2 years ago

Riding the wave of technological progress

Central American countries and the Dominican Republic are at a critical juncture for the transformation of their economies, creation of…

2 years ago

Partnerships matter: Joint action on chemicals for a livable planet

There is a silent environmental crisis unfolding around us. Chemicals, such as lead and nitrogen, are in our soil, our…

2 years ago

Safe streets for all: How can we create better conditions for cyclists and pedestrians?

In the heart of bustling cities, the raucous sound of car engines and honking often tends to monopolize our attention.…

2 years ago

Carbon pricing in the power sector – Role and design for transitioning towards net-zero carbon development

Electricity is the lifeline for a modern economy. At the same time, the power sector is the world’s main source…

2 years ago

Energy Reforms in the Lao People\’s Democratic Republic can Unlock Development Gains

The Lao People’s Democratic Republic’s reliance on debt financing for the power sector has led to significant economic growth but…

2 years ago

Energy Reforms in the Lao People\’s Democratic Republic can Unlock Development Gains

The Lao People’s Democratic Republic’s reliance on debt financing for the power sector has led to significant economic growth but…

2 years ago

Growth stabilises debt and reduces fiscal inflation: A new perspective on monetary-fiscal interactions

Traditional views on monetary-fiscal interactions suggest that fiscal deficits can be stabilised through changes in taxes, government spending, or inflation.…

2 years ago

The economics of organisational strategy

Many of today’s global problems, such as sustainability, technology, skills, and diversity can only be solved by organisations. This column…

2 years ago

Religion matters for economic growth through various channels

Standard models of economic growth depict physical capital, human capital, population/labour, and total factor productivity as proximate determinants of economic…

2 years ago