This study examines external and domestic influences on Latin America’s economic performance over the past decade and a half. It notes that over the past few years, macroeconomic policies have strengthened and structural reforms have been implemented. Together with a favorable external...

This study analyzes the interrelationships between regulation and technology adoption using the new institutional economics perspective. It examines the role of independent electricity regulatory commissions in promoting adoption of loss reduction technologies (LRTs) in the Indian electricity...

This study examines external and domestic influences on Latin America’s economic performance over the past decade and a half. It notes that over the past few years, macroeconomic policies have strengthened and structural reforms have been implemented. Together with a favorable external...

This paper looks at the historical lessons that might serve to entrech Latin America's newly resurgent growth phase. It briefly reviews the post-World War II experiences in Latin America and Asia, focusing on the conditions that favored capital accumulation and productivity growth in the faster...

The initial phase of reforms in the Indian power sector was primarily aimed at bringing regulatory reforms and unbundling of the vertically integrated State Electricity Boards (SEBs). Enactment of the Electricity Act 2003 led to deepening of the reform process by dismantling this monopoly in the...

This paper reviews the growth experience of the fast growing countries of Asia, with focus on SEACEN countries. It surveys empirical evidence on growth and examines its links in economic policies.

This paper reviews the historical perspective of the origins of the debt crisis, as well as evaluates the current status of the debt strategy and the prospect for its future evolution.

Worldwide protests against the perceived lack of economic opportunity and failure of governance have refocused attention on the need for inclusive growth and strong institutions. In developing countries, large informal economies limit state capacity to deliver governance and strong institutions,...