This paper presents a novel approach to accounting for subnational conflict exposure and provides new insights into the … causal medium-run effects of conflict on economic development. The existing literature has not reached a consensus on whether … civil conflict can permanently alter economic growth trajectories. This study identifies the source of this disagreement as …

A purpose of this book is to present recent World Bank analytical work on the causes of violence and conflict in … in post-conflict situations in different countries and their relevance for Colombia are also examined in this volume. The … identification of socio-economic determinants of conflict, violence, and reforms for peace came about as a key element of the Bank …