This book presents a selection of contributions on the timely topic of structural reforms in Western economies, written by experts from central banks, the International Monetary Fund, and leading universities. It includes latest research on the impacts of structural reforms on the market...

Chapter 1 Introduction -- Chapter 2 The Rentier States towards Diversification: Case Study Gulf States -- Chapter 3 Food Security in the GCC Countries, towards a more Diversified and Sustained Economic Strategies -- Chapter 4 The Evolution of the Economic Relations between Turkey and the GCC...

Many countries have experienced major economic changes since the mid-1980s as a result of the deregulation and liberalization of national financial systems – two key aspects of globalization – with some experiencing boom and bust in rapid succession. The small Northern European country of...