Squeezing the state: tariff revenue, state capacity and the WTO’s Doha Round
Abstract Tax revenue forms a critical element of state capacity, in turn underpinning the state’s ability to foster inclusive economic growth. This paper calculates the impact of the WTO’s Doha Round on tariff revenues among low-income countries. It finds that some, though not all, are severely affected, losing up to 17 percent of total government tax revenue. In addition, the tariff cuts are found to be regressive, primarily affecting luxury items, such as motor vehicles. Finally, the paper analyses the effectiveness of the mechanism included in the Doha Round to overcome lost tariff revenue, namely aid for trade.
Year of publication: |
2012
|
---|---|
Authors: | Scott, James |
Institutions: | Brooks World Poverty Institute (BWPI), University of Manchester |
Saved in:
freely available
Saved in favorites
Similar items by person
-
Changing of the guard: expert knowledge and ‘common sense’ in the Doha Development Agenda
Scott, James, (2012)
-
The WTO in Bali - What MC9 means for the Doha Development Agenda and why it matters?
Wilkinson, Rorden, (2014)
-
The false promise of Aid for Trade
Langan, Mark, (2011)
- More ...