applies the gravity model to gauge whether this ""outsider"" status has been affecting Russia''s export structure. On the … various WTO procedures, although own-export restrictions could have a similar effect. The model points to Russia''s further …

through two channels. First, by reducing export income volatility and allowing for a smoother consumption path. Second, by … against future export income). Under plausibly calibrated parameters, the second channel may lead to much larger welfare gains …

diversification of the export sector. The latter, in turn, has been influenced by capital accumulation and economic growth. The growth … export expansion and its interaction with saving and investment …

The export performance of Sub-Saharan Africa has lagged behind that of developing countries in other regions for the … past two decades, and total export proceeds have fallen significantly since 1980. Many factors explain this outcome … discouraged new investment that could promote diversification and increased production of traditional crops. Diversification into …

export to foreign markets directly, smaller firms typically export via intermediaries (indirect exporting). I document a set …

comparative advantage. The results show that firms are more likely to export if they belong to the comparative advantage industry …

We identify key factors, from large set of potential determinants, that explain the variation in export diversification … diversification, followed by improving education outcomes at the secondary level and financial sector development …

Azerbaijan. The standard “Dutch disease” model is modified to capture the special conditions of transition economies, with … problems. The paper describes a medium-term policy strategy for Azerbaijan, relating its prospects to the experience in the … 1970s of Ecuador, Indonesia, and Nigeria. The adverse effects of the Dutch disease may be avoided if Azerbaijan pursues …

emphasis on two case studies (Azerbaijan and Ukraine). The paper''s policy conclusions point to the need to increase energy …

This paper analyzes developments in non-oil tax policy, administration, and revenues in Azerbaijan, and suggests … measures for further improvement. The main finding is that Azerbaijan''s non-oil tax revenues increased significantly as a …