While Latin America accounts for approximately 7 percent of the world economy, easily accessible information on the economies of the region is not always easy to find. The existing literature on Latin American economics usually assumes some previous familiarity with the region and is focused on...

This book features an in-depth comparative study of South American National Development Bank’s governance systems. It explores the relationship between bank governance and performance frameworks, both in terms of financial-economic indicators and development impact. It seeks to observe,...

Frontmatter -- Preface -- Contents -- PART I THE SETTING -- I. Evolution of Economic Systems -- II. Population, Income, and the Allocation of Productive Effort -- PART II ORGANIZATION OF PRODUCTION -- III. Agriculture and Land Tenure -- IV. The Mining Industry -- V. Transportation -- VI....