This paper documents and analyzes crisis-related changes in government debt issuance practices in the 16 euro zone countries and Denmark. Using a newly constructed database on primary market debt issuance during 2007-09, we find evidence of a shift away from pre-crisis standards of best funding...

Contents -- EXECUTIVE SUMMARY -- I. RECENT ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENTS AND PERFORMANCE UNDER THE PROGRAM -- II. POLICY DISCUSSIONS AND PROGRAM THROUGH JUNE 2005 -- III. STAFF APPRAISAL -- APPENDIX I -- APPENDIX II -- APPENDIX III -- ATTACHMENT I -- ATTACHMENT II -- ATTACHMENT III -- ATTACHMENT IV --...

This paper discusses economic performance status and policy developments of Pakistan. Amid setbacks to structural reform, the authorities have made substantial progress in restoring economic stability. Economic activity continues to strengthen gradually. International reserve buffers are...

This paper discusses key issues of the Belize economy. The economic condition of Belize is characterized by sluggish growth and a weak fiscal stance, which have put public debt on an unsustainable path. Social and poverty challenges remain significant. The unemployment rate remains high compared...

This paper presents an overview of Solomon Islands' economy. Although Solomon Islands is a small island state, low-income country that is severely affected by external shocks, including commodity price declines, natural disasters, and climate change, it has achieved considerable gains in terms...