[PDF] Structural Adjustment And Economic Performance eBook

Author : Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development
Publisher : Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development ; Washington, D.C. : OECD Publications and Information Centre
Page : 44 pages
File Size : 25,41 MB
Release : 1987
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN :

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This report examines the economic impact of structural policies in OECD Member countries and advances proposals for policy reform. It examines the structural features of national economies (the supply and allocation of factors of production, the market for goods and services, and the taxing, spending and regulatory functions of the public sectors) and the flows of international trade and investment.

Author : Ed Brown
Publisher : Routledge
Page : 237 pages
File Size : 44,18 MB
Release : 2013-04-15
Category : Science
ISBN : 1135099529

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Structural Adjustment: Theory, Practice and Impacts examines the problems associated with Structural Adjustment Programmes (SAPs) and reveals the damaging impacts they can have. The book looks at how the debt crisis of the 1970's forced developing countries to seek external help and then reviews what constitutes as a standard adjustment programme, detailing the political, economic, social and environmental impacts of SAPs. The final section draws together theories and political responses and presents a case for alternatives to the programmes.

Author : M. Rodwan Abouharb
Publisher : Cambridge University Press
Page : 29 pages
File Size : 30,31 MB
Release : 2007-12-13
Category : Political Science
ISBN : 1139465961

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'Structural adjustment' has been a central part of the development strategy for the 'third world'. Loans made by the World Bank and the IMF have been conditional on developing countries pursuing rapid economic liberalization programmes as it was believed this would strengthen their economies in the long run. M. Rodwan Abouharb and David Cingranelli argue that, conversely, structural adjustment agreements usually cause increased hardship for the poor, greater civil conflict, and more repression of human rights, therefore resulting in a lower rate of economic development. Greater exposure to structural adjustment has increased the prevalence of anti-government protests, riots and rebellion. It has led to less respect for economic and social rights, physical integrity rights, and worker rights, but more respect for democratic rights. Based on these findings, the authors recommend a human rights-based approach to economic development.

Author : P. Thandika Mkandawire
Publisher : IDRC
Page : 192 pages
File Size : 27,61 MB
Release : 2014-05-14
Category : Political Science
ISBN : 155250204X

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Our Continent, Our Future presents the emerging African perspective on this complex issue. The authors use as background their own extensive experience and a collection of 30 individual studies, 25 of which were from African economists, to summarize this African perspective and articulate a path for the future. They underscore the need to be sensitive to each country's unique history and current condition. They argue for a broader policy agenda and for a much more active role for the state within what is largely a market economy. Finally, they stress that Africa must, and can, compete in an increasingly globalized world and, perhaps most importantly, that Africans must assume the leading role in defining the continent's development agenda.

Author : Pierre-Richard Agénor
Publisher : Academic Press
Page : 752 pages
File Size : 34,73 MB
Release : 2000
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 9780120445554

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The Economics of Adjustment and Growth moves the study of macroeconomics for developing economies away from the traditional static approach and toward a more dynamic, growth-oriented framework. Pierre-Richard Agénor presents an analysis of policy issues involved in designing economic adjustment programs in developing countries and structural reform policies aimed at fostering economic growth. Emphasizing the need to take into account the structural features of these countries, his work dwells on the considerable body of analytical research and empirical evidence of the past two decades in academic circles and international organizations. It provides cutting-edge analysis of many current real-world issues, such as financial crises and the role of trade integration in fostering economic growth. Overall the book offers an impressive overview of the macroeconomic and structural adjustment issues facing developing economies today.

Author : Timo J. Hämäläinen
Publisher : Edward Elgar Publishing
Page : 347 pages
File Size : 45,33 MB
Release : 2007-01-01
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 1847206999

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À much needed examination of a neglected issue - how societies, regions and institutions adjust to our rapidly changing economic world.'. - W. Brian Arthur, Santa Fe Institute, New Mexico. T̀his is a marvellously rich work of synthesis, bringing together a very wide range of theoretical perspectives to make sense of contemporary patterns of economic and social change. Its range of reference is remarkable - and it is further proof that much of the most interesting theoretical and empirical work today is being done on the boundaries of disciplines.'. - Geoff Mulgan, Director, The Young Foundati.