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Tax Administration Reform in the Francophone Countries of Sub-Saharan Africa
Fossat, Patrick; Bua, Michel - International Monetary Fund (IMF) - 2013
conditions for successful modernization of the tax administration shows that significant changes are needed to ensure better …
Persistent link: https://www.econbiz.de/10010790270
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Customs Administration Reform and Modernization in Francophone Sub-Saharan Africa, 1995–2010
Montagnat-Rentier, Gilles; Parent, Gilles - International Monetary Fund (IMF) - 2012
This paper outlines reforms that have been achieved in the modernization of the customs administrations of francophone … collection and improve trade facilitation in a number of countries. However, the pace and scope of modernization remains … accelerate the modernization of customs in francophone sub-Saharan Africa. …
Persistent link: https://www.econbiz.de/10011142056
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Exchange Rates and Economic Fundamentals; A Framework for Analysis
Symansky, Steven A.; Clark, Peter B.; Bartolini, Leonardo; … - International Monetary Fund (IMF) - 1994
This paper summarizes the methods and types of indicators that are often employed, both insid and outside the IMF, to assess whether exchange rates are broadly in line with economic fundamentals.
Persistent link: https://www.econbiz.de/10005824872
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New Zealand; 2004 Article IV Consultation-Staff Report; and Public Information Notice on the Executive Board Discussion
International Monetary Fund (IMF); International … - 2004
This 2004 Article IV Consultation highlights that economic growth in New Zealand slowed in early 2003 but rebounded in the latter part of the year. Real GDP growth declined from 4¼ percent in 2002 to a seasonally adjusted annualized rate of 2¾ percent in the first half of 2003, amid...
Persistent link: https://www.econbiz.de/10005825287
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Canada; 2005 Article IV Consultation-Staff Report; Staff Statement; and the Public Information Notice on the Executive Board Discussion for Canada
International Monetary Fund (IMF); International … - 2005
Canada’s 2005 Article IV Consultation highlights that it has benefited from a strong institutional framework and continuing structural reforms. Inflation targeting and structural reforms have yielded an enviable macroeconomic performance, including the fastest growth rate and the...
Persistent link: https://www.econbiz.de/10005825379
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Spain; Selected Issues
International Monetary Fund (IMF); International … - 2004
Spain has experienced income convergence consistently in the past decade, despite gradual losses in competitiveness. The empirical evidence indicates that overall EU enlargement offers a range of opportunities for Spain, points to potential pressures in specific sectors, and offers challenges,...
Persistent link: https://www.econbiz.de/10005825436
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Republic of Tajikistan; Selected Issues and Statistical Appendix
International Monetary Fund (IMF); International … - 2003
the need for further trade reform. Developments in the agriculture sector are assessed. The paper highlights that the …
Persistent link: https://www.econbiz.de/10005825496
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From "Hindu Growth" to Productivity Surge; The Mystery of the Indian Growth Transition
Rodrik, Dani; Subramanian, Arvind - International Monetary Fund (IMF) - 2004
This paper explores the causes of India's productivity surge around 1980, more than a decade before serious economic reforms were initiated. Trade liberalization, expansionary demand, a favorable external environment, and improved agricultural performance did not play a role. We find evidence...
Persistent link: https://www.econbiz.de/10005825610
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Border and Behind-The-Border Trade Barriers and Country Exports
Sadikov, Azim M. - International Monetary Fund (IMF) - 2007
How do signatures required for exporting and business registration procedures affect the volume and composition of country's exports? To answer this question, I develop a model where a country can export two types of products: differentiated and homogeneous. I show that export signatures and...
Persistent link: https://www.econbiz.de/10005825677
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Volatility and Growth in Latin America; An Episodic Approach
Sahay, Ratna; Goyal, Rishi - International Monetary Fund (IMF) - 2006
This paper compares the pattern of macroeconomic volatility in 17 Latin American countries during episodes of high and low growth since 1970, examining in particular the role of policy volatility. Macroeconomic outcomes are distinguished from macroeconomic policies, structural reforms and...
Persistent link: https://www.econbiz.de/10005825787