This paper applies an interpretation of how globalization and governance (G&G) interact with convergence given Cape Verde and Mozambique's particular geographical and historical contexts. We hold that development success under globalization entails, necessarily but not exclusively, positive...

The virtuous cycle between development success and foreign policy in Cape Verde reflects a positive interaction between globalization and governance. Development success under globalization entails positive market perceptions regarding the orientation and predictability of policies as well as...

Many monetary and fiscal policy decision makers and economists hold the view that exchange rates are volatile even though nominal exchange rates vary less than many other financial market prices and yields. This paper seeks an explanation for this puzzle by contrasting exchange rate dynamics in...

This paper addresses the interactions between globalization, the quality of democracy, and economic convergence using simultaneous estimation techniques. To reflect process, we use multi-dimensional, de facto, and continuous measures of democracy and globalization. To reflect context, as defined...

Portuguese Abstract: A morte súbita de José Mariano Gago aos 66 anos gerou consternação nos seus numerosos amigos e admiradores em Portugal e no estrangeiro. Governante mais durável do regime, a sua obra recebeu tributos unânimes cá dentro, sendo amplamente creditado lá fora por ter...

Portuguese Abstract: Apesar da sua diversidade, as dezoito personalidades evocadas, debaixo do mesmo título, nos Working Papers nº 612 and 613, influenciaram as actividades do Centro Globalização e Governação da Nova SBE (CG&G). Além disso, as perspetivas expressas são consistentes com a...