Energy subsidies account for about 7% of Ecuador's yearly public spending, or two thirds of the fiscal deficit. Removing these subsidies would yield clear economic and environmental benefits and help implement climate targets set in the Paris Agreement. However, expected adverse effects on...

"A primary goal of the Aylwin presidency has been achievement of growth with equity. Chile, as well as most of Latin America, has experienced high levels of poverty and welfare inequality for as long as statistical information is available. This volume contains the best survey data (1990)...