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Ruiz Porras, A & Salas-Durazo IA, (eds), (2020), Temas Contemporáneos de Investigación en Economía y Políticas Públicas [ISBN 978-607-571-011-2, e-ISBN 978-607-571-052-5], Guadalajara, México, Universidad de Guadalajara

Abstract: This study examines the impact of foreign direct investment on economic growth in Asian countries. We did our analysis in the panel framework for the period 1986 to 2008. We also examined the nonlinearities associated with... more

Abstract: This study examines the impact of foreign direct investment on economic growth in Asian countries. We did our analysis in the panel framework for the period 1986 to 2008. We also examined the nonlinearities associated with foreign direct investment and exports in the economic growth process of Asian countries under consideration. We find that both foreign direct investment and exports enhance the growth process. In addition, labour and capital also play an important role in the growth of Asian countries. We suggest an export-led ...

This paper presents the background research and prototyping efforts centered around the development of a web-based Land Tax calculator. The calculator built here brings to life the Land Tax concept promoted by Henry George, the 19th... more

This paper presents the background research and prototyping efforts centered around the development of a web-based Land Tax calculator. The calculator built here brings to life the Land Tax concept promoted by Henry George, the 19th Century Economist, who believed that that a single land value tax replacing all other taxes could meet the needs of society in a more equitable manner. The prototypes explored here provides an interactive tax calculator that can be used to explore given tax rates for specific regions in the US. This model can then help understand if such a tax scheme would meet appropriate funding needs and to what level these taxes would have to be set. This prototype was motivated by the Wealth Tax Model tool by Emmanuel Saez and Gabriel Zucman. It is argued by Georgists that a Land Tax provides a more useful and fair tax plan than an income tax, VAT, tariff approach, or wealth tax. Thus, having a calculator to manipulate rates and outcomes is supportive of such analysis. Using an earlier design of a basic calculator created in Excel the new calculator prototypes documented here provide additional visualizations and explore the use of multiple on-line tools to publish several visualizations dynamically on the web. These new layouts and working technical solutions use multiple sample tax rate data to demonstrate what certain such derived rate plots might look like for a given jurisdiction. The data driving the Land Tax Calculator comes from public domain US government provided sources. Finally, a discussion of results and next steps are provided along with the references to the online software application for exploration by readers.

Although emphasis on research and development is increasing in Africa and overall research capabilities may be increasing, there is no uniformity in the emerging trend. Whereas some countries have very limited research capacity and severe... more

Although emphasis on research and development is increasing in Africa and overall research capabilities may be increasing, there is no uniformity in the emerging trend. Whereas some countries have very limited research capacity and severe infrastructure deficit, the development of research centres and skilled manpower is being pursued with vigour in others. Invariably tremendous research gap remains to be filled across the continent in various spheres of life. This paper underpins the critical elements in the reconceptualization of the relationship between research and public policy in Africa including the provision of a rallying point for clear identification of research needs, specification of standards and provision of opportunities to re-direct research activities along the path of growth and development envisaged in the African development agenda. How can we forge a link between research and policy right from the stage of problem identification, investigation and application of research findings? Specifically, it seeks to examine conceptual and operational issues relating to the interactions between research and policy in Africa. The paper provides evidence of disconnect between research and policy in Africa, argues for a rethinking of the relationships based on the consideration of major conceptual issues circumscribing the research-policy nexus, and proffer measures for strengthening research-policy interactions in support of Africa’s development.

Children raised in socio-economically disadvantaged regions have increased probabilities of school failure, delinquency, drug abuse, and juvenile crime. The Pathways to Prevention project attempts to reduce these risks in a disadvantaged... more

Children raised in socio-economically disadvantaged regions have increased probabilities of school failure, delinquency, drug abuse, and juvenile crime. The Pathways to Prevention project attempts to reduce these risks in a disadvantaged community through the implementation of child-focused (school-based) and family focused (community-based) interventions. Preliminary results from an economic evaluation of the Pathways project are reported. Project costs are compared with

Abstract: This study examines the impact of foreign direct investment on economic growth in Asian countries. We did our analysis in the panel framework for the period 1986 to 2008. We also examined the nonlinearities associated with... more

Abstract: This study examines the impact of foreign direct investment on economic growth in Asian countries. We did our analysis in the panel framework for the period 1986 to 2008. We also examined the nonlinearities associated with foreign direct investment and exports in the economic growth process of Asian countries under consideration. We find that both foreign direct investment and exports enhance the growth process. In addition, labour and capital also play an important role in the growth of Asian countries. We suggest an export-led ...

- Government of Alberta’s current policy plan - Other jurisdictions in North America - Sky-is-falling claims and historical data - AB case and CFIB claims - BC case and Fraser Institute claims - Affects on small businesses - Affects on... more

- Government of Alberta’s current policy plan
- Other jurisdictions in North America
- Sky-is-falling claims and historical data
- AB case and CFIB claims
- BC case and Fraser Institute claims
- Affects on small businesses
- Affects on business, economy, & government
- Benefits of minimum wage increase

In the light of the current global financial and economic crisis, the International Monetary Fund (IMF) has undertaken some major reforms of its lending facilities. The new Flexible Credit Line and the High Access Precautionary... more

In the light of the current global financial and economic crisis, the International Monetary Fund (IMF) has undertaken some major reforms of its lending facilities. The new Flexible Credit Line and the High Access Precautionary Arrangements differ from what has been in place so far, by allowing for ex ante conditionality. This paper summarizes preconditions for effective last resort lending

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