The 2005 Article IV Consultation for the United Arab Emirates reports that the prices in real estate and stock markets, have soared aided by stronger economic fundamentals and investor optimism. An outward-oriented development strategy and prudent financial policies have resulted in impressive...

This study underscores the essence of national social protection policies, in promoting investments that further the objectives of poverty reduction, as well as social inclusion. It provides answers and directions to the following questions: What are the contrasting impacts of foreign direct...

Die Zunahme des internationalen Handels und der internationalen Kapitalbewegungen wird oft für einen Abbau sozialstaatlicher Umverteilung verantwortlich gemacht. In dieser Arbeit wird die Frage untersucht, ob die wachsende Internationalisierung der Wirtschaft zu einer Einschränkung der...