International Development
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The Dynamics of Spending and Absorption of Aid: Panel Data Analysis
IDE
This 44-page Japanese discussion paper studies the spending and absorption of aid in PRGF-supported programs, verifies whether the use of aid is programmed to be smoothed over time, and analyzes how considerations about macroeconomic stability influence the programmed use of aid
International Development
, Poverty & Hunger Posted: 2010-08-31
Scaling-up Foreign Aid: Will the 'Big Push' Work?
Alfred Deakin Research Institute
This 22-page Australian working paper demonstrates that a \'big push\' in foreign aid will not lead to diminishing returns as long as donors get the inter-country allocation of aid right
International Development
Posted: 2010-08-17
Education: Gender Equality
Canadian International Development Agency
A 32-page Canadian paper on gender equality in education
Education
, International Development Posted: 2010-08-17
Natural Resources: Curse or Blessing?
CESifo
This working paper studies whether natural resources are a source of benefit or loss for developing countries
International Development
Posted: 2010-08-06
Making International Development Assistance Work
Lowy Institute
This Australian report places the challenges of development assistance into a global context and provides an overview of global and Australian aid trends
International Development
Posted: 2010-08-05
Beyond Population: Everyone Counts in Development
CGD
This 42-page US paper reviews important demographic trends expected to occur between 2010 and 2050, indicates some of their implications for economic and global development, and suggests some possible policies to respond these trends and implications
International Development
Posted: 2010-08-04
Achieving the Millennium Development Goals: Education is the Key Missing Link
Brookings
A US article stressing the importance of wider education in achieving the Millennium Development Goals
International Development
, Education Posted: 2010-08-03
The Economic Impact of Competition
ODI
This 4-page UK study finds that more competition, more players, more dynamic entry and exit, and more intense rivalry for customers tend to deliver better market outcomes, including lower prices, better access to services for consumers, and improved international competitiveness
International Development
, Poverty & Hunger Posted: 2010-08-01
New Partnerships for Growth Research in Africa: Launch Workshop Report
Brooklings
This 24-page US workshop report details discussions on how to strengthen the voice and deepen the policy impact of African research institutions, and how to increase collaboration among institutions to benefit Africa’s growth and development
International Development
, Science & Technology Posted: 2010-07-16
Commodity Terms of Trade: The History of Booms and Busts
WTO
An article demonstrating how commodity prices affect the macroeconomic performance of commodity-exporting countries
Globalisation & International Trade
, International Development Posted: 2010-07-14
Cargo Cult in Africa: Remittances and the State in Tanzania
DIIS
This 23-page Danish working paper explores the current celebration of remittances in Tanzania as a magic bullet for the creation of development and economic growth
International Development
, Immigration & Refugees Posted: 2010-07-02
FDA’s Role in Improving the Development Pathway for Neglected Disease Therapies
CGD
An 8-page US House testimony about the FDA’s role in improving the development pathway for neglected disease therapies
Health
, International Development Posted: 2010-06-30
Millennium Development Goals Report Card: Learning from Progress
ODI, Millennium Commission
This 12-page summary is part of initial findings from an ongoing review of development progress
International Development
, Poverty & Hunger Posted: 2010-06-29
The G-20 Summit in Toronto: What Does it Mean for Development?
ODI
A UK article assessing the implications of the Toronto G-20 summit for international development
International Development
, Governance & Politics Posted: 2010-06-29
African Land Grabbing: Whose Interests Are Served?
Brookings
A US article dealing with transnational land-grabbing in Africa
International Development
Posted: 2010-06-28
Pulling Agricultural Innovation and the Market Together
CGD
A 27-page US working paper exploring how advance market commitments and other market-like pull mechanisms can strengthen incentives for the private sector to invest more in agricultural R&D to benefit poor people
International Development
, Poverty & Hunger Posted: 2010-06-25
Sustaining and Leveraging AIDS Treatment
CGD
This 68-page US essay estimates the fiscal burden of international AIDS treatment programs and suggests ways that donors, governments, and patients can link treatment and prevention to stop the epidemic
International Development
, Health Posted: 2010-06-17
Time and Poverty from a Developing Country Perspective
Levy Economics Institute
This 38-page US working paper is concerned with the measurement of poverty in the context of developing countries
Poverty & Hunger
, International Development Posted: 2010-06-16
The Race Against Drug Resistance
CGD
This 116-page US report urges action to contain the threat posed by drug resistance in developing countries
International Development
, Health Posted: 2010-06-16
Elephant in the Room: The New G77 and China Dynamics in Climate Talks
FIIA
A 9-page Finnish briefing paper assessing the stance of developing countries in respect of climate change talks and agreements
Climate Change & Environment
, International Development Posted: 2010-06-10
Unpacking the Black Box of Institutional Reform
CIPE, INDEM
This 8-page US article presents a Russian perspective on the role of institutional reform in development
Governance & Politics
, International Development Posted: 2010-06-02
Development on the Move: Measuring and Optimising Migration’s Economic and Social Impacts
IPPR
The 11-page executive summary of a UK study examining a wide range of migration’s impacts on development, by conducting primary research in seven countries
International Development
, Immigration & Refugees Posted: 2010-06-01
What's Next for Latin America After the Global Crisis?
Brookings
A 5-page US article discussing challenges that have impacted Latin America's development and the type of investment opportunities that lie ahead
International Development
, Regional Posted: 2010-06-01
Mother or Motherland: Can a Government Have an Impact on Educational Attainment of the Population? Preliminary Evidence from India
IZA
This 22-page discussion paper examines the relative impacts of personal-household and state-level characteristics (including government policy) on the likelihood of transition from one educational level to the next
Education
, International Development Posted: 2010-05-29
Why We Need a Radical Re-think of Official Aid
Europe's World
This article charts the debate of recent years on reforming aid-giving and highlights the major problems to be resolved
International Development
Posted: 2010-05-29
Channels for Change: Private Water and the Urban Poor
IIED
A 4-page UK briefing paper offering examples of innovative ‘private’ water suppliers in which elements of these models are replicable
Health
, International Development Posted: 2010-05-24
The MDGs and Beyond: Pro-poor Policy in a Changing World
EADI
The working paper analyses what the MDGs have achieved, what the 2010 MDG review should do and gives an outlook on how the context is changing further for global development 2010-2020
International Development
, Poverty & Hunger Posted: 2010-05-21
Development on the Move
IPPR
This 11-page executive summary of a UK report argues that migration should not be viewed as a 'problem' for development
International Development
, Immigration & Refugees Posted: 2010-05-21
A Seat at the Table: Including the Poor in Decisions for Development and Environment
WRI
This 28-page report closely examines access rights to environmental decision making in four countries: Cameroon, Paraguay, Philippines, and Sri Lanka
Climate Change & Environment
, International Development Posted: 2010-05-19
World Development Indicators 2010
World Bank
The access page to the World Bank's Data Catalogue of over 2,000 development indicators
International Development
, Poverty & Hunger Posted: 2010-05-18
Caught in the Global Hurricane: Debating the Caribbean’s Development Challenges in an Uncertain World
Brookings et al.
The report of a US conference held to consider the well-being of the Caribbean region
International Development
, Regional Posted: 2010-05-18
Furthering Democracy through the European Union’s Development Policy: Legal Limitations and Possibilities
DIIS
This Danish paper argues that the European Union should take a much more consistent approach in its external relations as required under the Lisbon Treaty. In this way it will be possible to further democracy outside the European Union much more efficiently
European Union
, International Development Posted: 2010-05-17
Decentralization and Foreign Aid Effectiveness: Do Aid Modality and Federal Design Matter in Poverty Alleviation?
CESifo
This 27-page working paper empirically studies the impact of decentralization on foreign aid effectiveness
International Development
, Governance & Politics Posted: 2010-05-14
Growth and Equity in Fragile States
Clingendael
This 33-page Dutch study takes a long-term perspective on economic development in fragile countries to discuss structural causes of fragility
Governance & Politics
, International Development Posted: 2010-05-06
The Global Economic Crisis: Impact on Sub-Saharan Africa and Global Policy Responses
CRS
This 30-page US report analyzes Africa’s vulnerability to the global crisis and potential implications for
economic growth, poverty alleviation, fiscal balances, and political stability. The report describeschannels through which the crisis is affecting Africa, and provides information on international
efforts to address the impact, including U.S. policies and those of multilateral institutions in which the United States plays a major role
International Development
, Economic Policy Posted: 2010-05-05
Capital Controls and Monetary Policy in Developing Countries
CEPR
This US paper looks at both the theoretical and empirical literature on capital controls and finds that capital controls can play an important role in developing countries by helping to insulate them from some of the harmful effects of volatile and short-term capital flows
International Development
, Economic Policy Posted: 2010-05-04
The Performance Governance System in the Philippines: Building the Capacity of Local Institutions
CIPE
This 9-page US paper describes ISA’s Performace Governance System (PGS), a successful management tool for local governments, civil society, and the private sector to work together on improving governance, service delivery, and community living standards
Governance & Politics
, International Development Posted: 2010-05-04
International Climate Finance: Principles for European Support to Developing Countries
EDC
A 19-page working paper examining Europe’s approach to the provision of new finance in support of climate change actions in developing countries
Climate Change & Environment
, International Development Posted: 2010-04-27
Improving Governance and Public Financial Management through Budget Support: The Experience of the African Development Bank
ECDPM
This discussion paper describes the experience of the African Development Bank in using budget support as an aid delivery
mechanism
International Development
, Regional Posted: 2010-04-27
Investment Contracts and Sustainable Development: How to Make Contracts for Fairer and More Sustainable Natural Resource Investments
IEED
This 104-page report discusses how to structure investment contracts for natural resource projects in ways that maximise the investment’s contribution to sustainable development
Climate Change & Environment
, International Development Posted: 2010-04-26
Global Imbalances, the U.S. Dollar, and How the Crisis at the Core of Global Finance Spread to “Self-insuring” Emerging Market Economies
Levy Economics Institute
This US working paper investigates the spread of what started as a crisis at the core of the global financial system to emerging economies
Economic Policy
, International Development Posted: 2010-04-23
Natural Resources and Development Strategy after the Crisis
WTO
An article considering the role of primary commodities in development
International Development
Posted: 2010-04-13
Sovereign Wealth Funds in the Next Decade
World Bank
A 5-page paper explaining that while sovereign wealth funds represent a new opportunity for developing countries, they also carry challenges for both home and host countries
International Development
Posted: 2010-04-12
Capacity for Change: Reforming U.S. Assistance Efforts in Poor and Fragile Countries
Brookings
This 62-page report describes the context for reforming US aid and examines the key issues for decision by policymakers in an effort to inform a coherent and effective national approach to both stabilization and broader developmen
International Development
, Poverty & Hunger Posted: 2010-04-12
Using Food Aid to Support, Not Harm, Haitian Agriculture
CEPR
A 5-page US issue brief arguing that buying up all of Haiti's rice should be close to the amount of food aid for rice that the international community is likely to provide this year, and would provide a tremendous boost to Haitian farmers, who currently are unable to compete with low-cost rice imports from the U.S.
International Development
, Poverty & Hunger Posted: 2010-04-08
Comparing Food and Cash Transfers to the Ultra-Poor in Bangladesh
IFPRI
This 215-page study evaluates the relative impacts of food and cash transfers on food security and livelihood outcomes among the ultra poor in Bangladesh
Poverty & Hunger
, International Development Posted: 2010-04-08
Moving Mugabe's Mountain: Zimbabwe's Path to Arrears Clearance and Debt Relief
CGDev
A 28-page US working paper arguing that clearing Zimbabwe’s external debt arrears and securing comprehensive debt relief will be a critical step in eventual recovery
International Development
Posted: 2010-04-07
Hazard Analysis of Unemployment Duration by Gender in a Developing Country: The Case of Turkey
IZA
A 49-page discussion paper studying the duration aspect of unemployment in a developing country, Turkey
Employment, Industrial Relations & Training
, International Development Posted: 2010-03-31
Protection Against Severe Earthquake Risks in Central Asia
Brookings
This US essay examines the seismic risks that Central Asia faces
Public Safety & Disaster Mitigation
, International Development Posted: 2010-03-29
The Global Slump Makes a Fair Trade Revolution More Urgent Than Ever
Europe's World
This article argues for a radical reduction in the handicaps to export-led growth by the world's poorest countries
International Development
, Globalisation & International Trade Posted: 2010-03-26
Silent and Lethal: How Quiet Corruption Undermines Africa’s Development
World Bank
This 48-page essay sheds light on “quiet corruption” in Africa —when public servants fail to deliver services or inputs that have been paid for by the government
International Development
, Corruption Posted: 2010-03-26
Why a Careful Evaluation of the Millennium Villages Is Not Optional
CGDev
A US article arguing that a careful evaluation of the millennium village project is vital
International Development
, Poverty & Hunger Posted: 2010-03-25
The Global Financial Crisis and Developing Countries
ODI
This 77-page UK synthesis of the effects of the global financial crisis on developing countries updates the description of the economic and social situation during the course of the crisis in 11 countries
International Development
, Economic Policy Posted: 2010-03-24
Paying for Chronic Diseases in Less Developed Countries
IPN
This 18-page UK paper is an attempt to see what lessons for the funding of chronic disease can be drawn from the international response to HIV/AIDS
Health
, International Development Posted: 2010-03-24
Local Ownership of Security Sector Reform
USIP
A 4-page US brief arguing that sustainability is a critical component of success for SSR programs, and that early local ownership is a critical component of sustainability
Defence, Terrorism & Security
, International Development Posted: 2010-03-22
Technologies, Rules, and Progress: The Case for Charter Cities
CGD
This 12-page US working paper argues that a new type of development policy would be to voluntarily charter new cities for the purpose of changing rules, using a range of new legal and political structures analogous to the ones that made Hong Kong and Shenzhen possible
International Development
, Urban Issues Posted: 2010-03-10
Fake Drugs: Causes, Consequences, and Possible Solutions
AEI
A US speech addressing the problem of substandard and counterfeit drugs
Health
, International Development Posted: 2010-03-06
Policy Coherence and the Future of the UK's International Development Agenda
IPPR
An 85-page UK report showing that, while the UK has made significant progress in achieving coherence between development and other objectives in some areas, policy tensions remain unresolved in others
International Development
Posted: 2010-03-05
Burundi: Ensuring Credible Elections
Crisis Group
This report examines the rise in tensions before communal, presidential, legislative and additional local elections that are to be conducted separately between May and September in Burundi (executive summary and recommendations only)
Governance & Politics
, International Development Posted: 2010-03-04
Global Development: Views from the Center
CGDev
An article listing 10 actionable ideas for a 21st century global development agenda
International Development
Posted: 2010-03-03
Education’s Hardest Test: Scaling up Aid in Fragile and Conflict-Affected States
Brookings
A 12-page US policy outlook outlining the challenges that need to be addressed if the educational opportunities of children living in countries affected by conflict, fragility, or emergencies are to be improved
International Development
, Education Posted: 2010-02-25
Korea’s Role in Global Development
Brookings
A US article on Korea's contribution to international development
International Development
Posted: 2010-02-25
Integrating Environment and Development in Viet Nam: Achievements, Challenges and Next Steps
IIED
This 60-psge report reviews what has worked well in integrating environment and development objectives in Viet Nam, as well as what currently constrains integration. It assesses future needs, given rapidly changing demographic, economic and environmental situations
International Development
, Climate Change & Environment Posted: 2010-02-25
New Challenges and New Beginnings for European Development Cooperation
ODI et al.
A 94-page joint report from four think tanks considering how European collaboration and action on international development can be reinvigorated
International Development
, European Union Posted: 2010-02-24
Matrix of Medicine Quality Reports Affecting USAID-assisted Countries
United States Pharmacopeia
This 63-page US publication is a repository of publicly-available information aiming to raise awareness of the problem of counterfeit and substandard medicines
Health
, International Development Posted: 2010-02-20
Haiti After the Earthquake
USIP
A 6-page US brief outlining Haiti's post-earthquake needs
Public Safety & Disaster Mitigation
, International Development Posted: 2010-02-18
Establishing Leadership on Civilian Assistance to Afghanistan
USIP
This 6-page US briefing argues that leadership of civilian assistance is necessary for success in Afghanistan, and lays out the best options to move forward
Disarmament & Peacekeeping
, International Development Posted: 2010-02-18
The Rise of Budget Support in European Development Cooperation: A False Panacea
FRIDE
European aid donors are delivering a higher share of development aid directly to governments in the form of budget support. While this offers potential for enhancing local accountability within developing states, this 5-page Spanish policy brief argues that the way it is being implemented in practice is having a negative impact
International Development
, European Union Posted: 2010-02-07
Delivering Genetically Engineered Crops to Poor Farmers
IFPRI
A 4-page US analysis of regulatory reforms needed for farmers and consumers in developing countries to benefit from GE crops
Poverty & Hunger
, International Development Posted: 2010-02-04
Good Capitalism, Bad Capitalism: What Is a Market Economy and How Can It Deliver?
CIPE
This 5-page US article examines different kinds of capitalism
International Development
, Poverty & Hunger Posted: 2010-02-04
A Labor Mobility Agenda for Development
CGDev
This 28-page US paper argues that every rich country should consider its immigration policy to be part of its international development policy, and vice versa
International Development
, Immigration & Refugees Posted: 2010-01-29
To Perpetuate their Dictatorships, Arab Rulers Resort to the Islamic Creed
Gloria Center
A 12-page Israeli article on why Muslim majority states offer fewer political rights than non-Muslim countries
International Development
, Governance & Politics Posted: 2010-01-29
Greater Aid Transparency: Crucial for Aid Effectiveness
ODI
This 4-page UK brief sets out and explores the link between donor aid and recipient country budgets, and the role greater transparency about aid can play in improving budget transparency, the quality of budgetary decisions, and accountability systems
International Development
Posted: 2010-01-25
Beyond Emergency Relief for Haiti: The Challenge of Effective Development Assistance
Brookings
This US article considers the possible role of the international community in the reconstruction and development of Haiti in the short-to-medium term
International Development
, Public Safety & Disaster Mitigation Posted: 2010-01-25
Aid, Dutch Disease, and Manufacturing Growth
CGDev
This 39-page working paper examines the effects of aid on the growth of manufacturing using a methodology that exploits the variation within countries and across manufacturing sectors and that corrects for possible reverse causality
International Development
Posted: 2010-01-20
Bases, Bullets, and Ballots: U.S. Military Aid in Colombia
CGDev
This 47-page US working paper studies the effects of US military assistance to Colombia in terms of violence and voter turnout
International Development
, Defence, Terrorism & Security Posted: 2010-01-20
Tragedy and Opportunity for Haiti
CFR
This US article argues that the desire to move fast and "do something" to alleviate suffering in Haiti must be matched to what is a bitter opportunity to secure a more consistent and lasting commitment to Haiti's political and social stability
Public Safety & Disaster Mitigation
, International Development Posted: 2010-01-18
Central African Republic: Keeping the Dialogue Alive
Crisis Group
This 24-page policy briefing argues that if the government of the Central African Republic (CAR) fails to re-engage with the opposition on upcoming elections and negotiate with remaining rebels, its fragile peace process will be at serious risk
Governance & Politics
, International Development Posted: 2010-01-16
The Economics of Adaptation to Extreme Weather Events in Developing Countries
CGDev
This 35-page paper assesses the economics of adaptation to extreme weather events in developing countries
Climate Change & Environment
, International Development Posted: 2010-01-15
Peace-Building without External Assistance: Lessons from Somaliland
CGDev
This 37-page paper examines how the lack of recognition of Somaliland by the international community—and the consequent ineligibility for foreign financial assistance—has shaped the region's political development
International Development
, Governance & Politics Posted: 2010-01-15
Banned Aid: Why International Assistance Does Not Alleviate Poverty
CFR
A 3-page US article examines the flaws in the concept of foreign aid
International Development
Posted: 2010-01-10
Security Sector Reform: A Case Study Approach to Transition and Capacity Building
SSI
This 119-page US monograph uses case studies of Haiti, Liberia, and Kosovo to assess the impact of SSR programs on host nation security sectors
Defence, Terrorism & Security
, International Development Posted: 2010-01-08
Early Economic Recovery in Fragile States: Priority Areas and Operational Challenges
Clingendael
This 90-page Dutch report focuses on how economic activities can contribute to overall stability as part of an integrated reconstruction strategy in fragile states
Governance & Politics
, International Development Posted: 2010-01-06
Natural Resources in Côte d’Ivoire: Fostering Crisis or Peace?
BICC
This 84-page German brief investigates the extent to which natural resources have contributed to causing and sustaining this armed conflict and how natural resource exploitation can contribute to peace and development in Côte d’Ivoire
International Development
Posted: 2010-01-02
Rethinking Trade Policy for Development: Lessons From Mexico Under NAFTA
CEIP
This 22-page US report finds that Mexico’s experience with NAFTA underscores the need to reform trade agreements between the United States and developing countries
Globalisation & International Trade
, International Development Posted: 2009-12-22
Counting Carbon in the Marketplace – and at the Border
DIIS
A 4-page Danish policy brief explaining that developing countries need to prepare for the challenges that product carbon footprints (PCFs) pose
Climate Change & Environment
, International Development Posted: 2009-12-14
Raising the Game: Mainstreaming Children's Rights
ODI
A 4-page UK briefing paper arguing that children’s rights should be mainstreamed into broader development policy debates
Families, Children & Youth
, International Development Posted: 2009-12-10
It's One Climate Policy World Out There—Almost
CGD
The results of a US survey of a broad sample of development and climate afficionados on what should be done about climate change
Climate Change & Environment
, International Development Posted: 2009-12-09
Reducing Poverty through Low Carbon Development
DIIS
Focusing on the so-called Least Developed Countries, this 4-page Danish policy brief outlines the benefits from low carbon development for national governments and the poor, and provides recommendations for development cooperation in agriculture, forestry and energy in Least Developed Countries
International Development
, Poverty & Hunger Posted: 2009-12-09
Somaliland: A Way out of the Electoral Crisis
Crisis Group
This 20-page policy briefing examines what stalled democratisation could mean for Somaliland
Governance & Politics
, International Development Posted: 2009-12-08
The Millennium Development Goals Report 2009
UNDP
This 60-page report presents an annual assessment of progress towards the MDGs. Although data are not yet available to reveal the full
impact of the recent economic downturn, they point to areas
where progress towards the eight goals has slowed or reversed
International Development
, Poverty & Hunger Posted: 2009-12-03
Bandits, Borderlands and Opium Wars in Afghanistan
DIIS
This 28-page Danish working paper examines Afghan state-building viewed from the margins
International Development
, Disarmament & Peacekeeping Posted: 2009-12-02
Doha and the Global Crisis
ODI
A 4-page UK briefing paper arguing that concluding the Doha Development Agenda is central to enhancing multilateral cooperation and future prospects.
International Development
, Globalisation & International Trade Posted: 2009-12-01
Fixing Famine: How Technologies & Incentives Can Help Feed Africa
IPN
A 20-page UK study about technologies that can improve food security and the wellbeing of smallholder farmers, based on field work in Malawi and Kenya
Poverty & Hunger
, International Development Posted: 2009-12-01
What Role for the United Nations in Haiti?
USIP
This 8-page US briefing explains the importance of maintaining a U.N. presence there and how to enhance its prospects for continuing success in the impoverished country
International Development
, Defence, Terrorism & Security Posted: 2009-11-27
Reconciling Climate Change and Trade Policy
CGD
This 45-page US working paper offers some preliminary quantification of the impact of possible climate change policy approaches on growth in developing countries
International Development
, Climate Change & Environment Posted: 2009-11-25
Overcoming Fragility in Africa: Forging a New European Approach
Robert Schuman Centre for Advanced Studies
This 219-page report, the first edition of the "European Report on Development" focuses on the issue of fragility in its various dimensions, on its implications for development policies and on the approached to tackle it
International Development
, European Union Posted: 2009-11-18
Energy Needs and Efficiency, Not Emissions: Re-framing the Climate Change Narrative
CGDEV
A 37-page US working paper suggesting some simple principles for determining equitable distribution of emission cuts between developed and developing countries to meet global targets
Climate Change & Environment
, International Development Posted: 2009-11-18
Ownership and the Donor-Recipient Relationship
DIIS
A 12-page Danish working paper assessing the impact of recent aid reforms to put ownership into practice
International Development
, Poverty & Hunger Posted: 2009-11-17
The Future of European Development Cooperation: Seeking Global Solutions or Retracing a Niche by 2020?
DIIS
This 12-page Danish working paper discusses the future prospects for European development cooperation
International Development
Posted: 2009-11-17
The Dynamics of Spending and Absorption of Aid: Panel Data Analysis
IDE
This 44-page Japanese discussion paper studies the spending and absorption of aid in PRGF-supported programs, verifies whether the use of aid is programmed to be smoothed over time, and analyzes how considerations about macroeconomic stability influence the programmed use of aid
International Development , Poverty & Hunger Posted: 2010-08-31
Scaling-up Foreign Aid: Will the 'Big Push' Work?
Alfred Deakin Research Institute
This 22-page Australian working paper demonstrates that a \'big push\' in foreign aid will not lead to diminishing returns as long as donors get the inter-country allocation of aid right
International Development Posted: 2010-08-17
Education: Gender Equality
Canadian International Development Agency
A 32-page Canadian paper on gender equality in education
Education , International Development Posted: 2010-08-17
Natural Resources: Curse or Blessing?
CESifo
This working paper studies whether natural resources are a source of benefit or loss for developing countries
International Development Posted: 2010-08-06
Making International Development Assistance Work
Lowy Institute
This Australian report places the challenges of development assistance into a global context and provides an overview of global and Australian aid trends
International Development Posted: 2010-08-05
Beyond Population: Everyone Counts in Development
CGD
This 42-page US paper reviews important demographic trends expected to occur between 2010 and 2050, indicates some of their implications for economic and global development, and suggests some possible policies to respond these trends and implications
International Development Posted: 2010-08-04
Achieving the Millennium Development Goals: Education is the Key Missing Link
Brookings
A US article stressing the importance of wider education in achieving the Millennium Development Goals
International Development , Education Posted: 2010-08-03
The Economic Impact of Competition
ODI
This 4-page UK study finds that more competition, more players, more dynamic entry and exit, and more intense rivalry for customers tend to deliver better market outcomes, including lower prices, better access to services for consumers, and improved international competitiveness
International Development , Poverty & Hunger Posted: 2010-08-01
New Partnerships for Growth Research in Africa: Launch Workshop Report
Brooklings
This 24-page US workshop report details discussions on how to strengthen the voice and deepen the policy impact of African research institutions, and how to increase collaboration among institutions to benefit Africa’s growth and development
International Development , Science & Technology Posted: 2010-07-16
Commodity Terms of Trade: The History of Booms and Busts
WTO
An article demonstrating how commodity prices affect the macroeconomic performance of commodity-exporting countries
Globalisation & International Trade , International Development Posted: 2010-07-14
Cargo Cult in Africa: Remittances and the State in Tanzania
DIIS
This 23-page Danish working paper explores the current celebration of remittances in Tanzania as a magic bullet for the creation of development and economic growth
International Development , Immigration & Refugees Posted: 2010-07-02
FDA’s Role in Improving the Development Pathway for Neglected Disease Therapies
CGD
An 8-page US House testimony about the FDA’s role in improving the development pathway for neglected disease therapies
Health , International Development Posted: 2010-06-30
Millennium Development Goals Report Card: Learning from Progress
ODI, Millennium Commission
This 12-page summary is part of initial findings from an ongoing review of development progress
International Development , Poverty & Hunger Posted: 2010-06-29
The G-20 Summit in Toronto: What Does it Mean for Development?
ODI
A UK article assessing the implications of the Toronto G-20 summit for international development
International Development , Governance & Politics Posted: 2010-06-29
African Land Grabbing: Whose Interests Are Served?
Brookings
A US article dealing with transnational land-grabbing in Africa
International Development Posted: 2010-06-28
Pulling Agricultural Innovation and the Market Together
CGD
A 27-page US working paper exploring how advance market commitments and other market-like pull mechanisms can strengthen incentives for the private sector to invest more in agricultural R&D to benefit poor people
International Development , Poverty & Hunger Posted: 2010-06-25
Sustaining and Leveraging AIDS Treatment
CGD
This 68-page US essay estimates the fiscal burden of international AIDS treatment programs and suggests ways that donors, governments, and patients can link treatment and prevention to stop the epidemic
International Development , Health Posted: 2010-06-17
Time and Poverty from a Developing Country Perspective
Levy Economics Institute
This 38-page US working paper is concerned with the measurement of poverty in the context of developing countries
Poverty & Hunger , International Development Posted: 2010-06-16
The Race Against Drug Resistance
CGD
This 116-page US report urges action to contain the threat posed by drug resistance in developing countries
International Development , Health Posted: 2010-06-16
Elephant in the Room: The New G77 and China Dynamics in Climate Talks
FIIA
A 9-page Finnish briefing paper assessing the stance of developing countries in respect of climate change talks and agreements
Climate Change & Environment , International Development Posted: 2010-06-10
Unpacking the Black Box of Institutional Reform
CIPE, INDEM
This 8-page US article presents a Russian perspective on the role of institutional reform in development
Governance & Politics , International Development Posted: 2010-06-02
Development on the Move: Measuring and Optimising Migration’s Economic and Social Impacts
IPPR
The 11-page executive summary of a UK study examining a wide range of migration’s impacts on development, by conducting primary research in seven countries
International Development , Immigration & Refugees Posted: 2010-06-01
What's Next for Latin America After the Global Crisis?
Brookings
A 5-page US article discussing challenges that have impacted Latin America's development and the type of investment opportunities that lie ahead
International Development , Regional Posted: 2010-06-01
Mother or Motherland: Can a Government Have an Impact on Educational Attainment of the Population? Preliminary Evidence from India
IZA
This 22-page discussion paper examines the relative impacts of personal-household and state-level characteristics (including government policy) on the likelihood of transition from one educational level to the next
Education , International Development Posted: 2010-05-29
Why We Need a Radical Re-think of Official Aid
Europe's World
This article charts the debate of recent years on reforming aid-giving and highlights the major problems to be resolved
International Development Posted: 2010-05-29
Channels for Change: Private Water and the Urban Poor
IIED
A 4-page UK briefing paper offering examples of innovative ‘private’ water suppliers in which elements of these models are replicable
Health , International Development Posted: 2010-05-24
The MDGs and Beyond: Pro-poor Policy in a Changing World
EADI
The working paper analyses what the MDGs have achieved, what the 2010 MDG review should do and gives an outlook on how the context is changing further for global development 2010-2020
International Development , Poverty & Hunger Posted: 2010-05-21
Development on the Move
IPPR
This 11-page executive summary of a UK report argues that migration should not be viewed as a 'problem' for development
International Development , Immigration & Refugees Posted: 2010-05-21
A Seat at the Table: Including the Poor in Decisions for Development and Environment
WRI
This 28-page report closely examines access rights to environmental decision making in four countries: Cameroon, Paraguay, Philippines, and Sri Lanka
Climate Change & Environment , International Development Posted: 2010-05-19
World Development Indicators 2010
World Bank
The access page to the World Bank's Data Catalogue of over 2,000 development indicators
International Development , Poverty & Hunger Posted: 2010-05-18
Caught in the Global Hurricane: Debating the Caribbean’s Development Challenges in an Uncertain World
Brookings et al.
The report of a US conference held to consider the well-being of the Caribbean region
International Development , Regional Posted: 2010-05-18
Furthering Democracy through the European Union’s Development Policy: Legal Limitations and Possibilities
DIIS
This Danish paper argues that the European Union should take a much more consistent approach in its external relations as required under the Lisbon Treaty. In this way it will be possible to further democracy outside the European Union much more efficiently
European Union , International Development Posted: 2010-05-17
Decentralization and Foreign Aid Effectiveness: Do Aid Modality and Federal Design Matter in Poverty Alleviation?
CESifo
This 27-page working paper empirically studies the impact of decentralization on foreign aid effectiveness
International Development , Governance & Politics Posted: 2010-05-14
Growth and Equity in Fragile States
Clingendael
This 33-page Dutch study takes a long-term perspective on economic development in fragile countries to discuss structural causes of fragility
Governance & Politics , International Development Posted: 2010-05-06
The Global Economic Crisis: Impact on Sub-Saharan Africa and Global Policy Responses
CRS
This 30-page US report analyzes Africa’s vulnerability to the global crisis and potential implications for economic growth, poverty alleviation, fiscal balances, and political stability. The report describeschannels through which the crisis is affecting Africa, and provides information on international efforts to address the impact, including U.S. policies and those of multilateral institutions in which the United States plays a major role
International Development , Economic Policy Posted: 2010-05-05
Capital Controls and Monetary Policy in Developing Countries
CEPR
This US paper looks at both the theoretical and empirical literature on capital controls and finds that capital controls can play an important role in developing countries by helping to insulate them from some of the harmful effects of volatile and short-term capital flows
International Development , Economic Policy Posted: 2010-05-04
The Performance Governance System in the Philippines: Building the Capacity of Local Institutions
CIPE
This 9-page US paper describes ISA’s Performace Governance System (PGS), a successful management tool for local governments, civil society, and the private sector to work together on improving governance, service delivery, and community living standards
Governance & Politics , International Development Posted: 2010-05-04
International Climate Finance: Principles for European Support to Developing Countries
EDC
A 19-page working paper examining Europe’s approach to the provision of new finance in support of climate change actions in developing countries
Climate Change & Environment , International Development Posted: 2010-04-27
Improving Governance and Public Financial Management through Budget Support: The Experience of the African Development Bank
ECDPM
This discussion paper describes the experience of the African Development Bank in using budget support as an aid delivery mechanism
International Development , Regional Posted: 2010-04-27
Investment Contracts and Sustainable Development: How to Make Contracts for Fairer and More Sustainable Natural Resource Investments
IEED
This 104-page report discusses how to structure investment contracts for natural resource projects in ways that maximise the investment’s contribution to sustainable development
Climate Change & Environment , International Development Posted: 2010-04-26
Global Imbalances, the U.S. Dollar, and How the Crisis at the Core of Global Finance Spread to “Self-insuring” Emerging Market Economies
Levy Economics Institute
This US working paper investigates the spread of what started as a crisis at the core of the global financial system to emerging economies
Economic Policy , International Development Posted: 2010-04-23
Natural Resources and Development Strategy after the Crisis
WTO
An article considering the role of primary commodities in development
International Development Posted: 2010-04-13
Sovereign Wealth Funds in the Next Decade
World Bank
A 5-page paper explaining that while sovereign wealth funds represent a new opportunity for developing countries, they also carry challenges for both home and host countries
International Development Posted: 2010-04-12
Capacity for Change: Reforming U.S. Assistance Efforts in Poor and Fragile Countries
Brookings
This 62-page report describes the context for reforming US aid and examines the key issues for decision by policymakers in an effort to inform a coherent and effective national approach to both stabilization and broader developmen
International Development , Poverty & Hunger Posted: 2010-04-12
Using Food Aid to Support, Not Harm, Haitian Agriculture
CEPR
A 5-page US issue brief arguing that buying up all of Haiti's rice should be close to the amount of food aid for rice that the international community is likely to provide this year, and would provide a tremendous boost to Haitian farmers, who currently are unable to compete with low-cost rice imports from the U.S.
International Development , Poverty & Hunger Posted: 2010-04-08
Comparing Food and Cash Transfers to the Ultra-Poor in Bangladesh
IFPRI
This 215-page study evaluates the relative impacts of food and cash transfers on food security and livelihood outcomes among the ultra poor in Bangladesh
Poverty & Hunger , International Development Posted: 2010-04-08
Moving Mugabe's Mountain: Zimbabwe's Path to Arrears Clearance and Debt Relief
CGDev
A 28-page US working paper arguing that clearing Zimbabwe’s external debt arrears and securing comprehensive debt relief will be a critical step in eventual recovery
International Development Posted: 2010-04-07
Hazard Analysis of Unemployment Duration by Gender in a Developing Country: The Case of Turkey
IZA
A 49-page discussion paper studying the duration aspect of unemployment in a developing country, Turkey
Employment, Industrial Relations & Training , International Development Posted: 2010-03-31
Protection Against Severe Earthquake Risks in Central Asia
Brookings
This US essay examines the seismic risks that Central Asia faces
Public Safety & Disaster Mitigation , International Development Posted: 2010-03-29
The Global Slump Makes a Fair Trade Revolution More Urgent Than Ever
Europe's World
This article argues for a radical reduction in the handicaps to export-led growth by the world's poorest countries
International Development , Globalisation & International Trade Posted: 2010-03-26
Silent and Lethal: How Quiet Corruption Undermines Africa’s Development
World Bank
This 48-page essay sheds light on “quiet corruption” in Africa —when public servants fail to deliver services or inputs that have been paid for by the government
International Development , Corruption Posted: 2010-03-26
Why a Careful Evaluation of the Millennium Villages Is Not Optional
CGDev
A US article arguing that a careful evaluation of the millennium village project is vital
International Development , Poverty & Hunger Posted: 2010-03-25
The Global Financial Crisis and Developing Countries
ODI
This 77-page UK synthesis of the effects of the global financial crisis on developing countries updates the description of the economic and social situation during the course of the crisis in 11 countries
International Development , Economic Policy Posted: 2010-03-24
Paying for Chronic Diseases in Less Developed Countries
IPN
This 18-page UK paper is an attempt to see what lessons for the funding of chronic disease can be drawn from the international response to HIV/AIDS
Health , International Development Posted: 2010-03-24
Local Ownership of Security Sector Reform
USIP
A 4-page US brief arguing that sustainability is a critical component of success for SSR programs, and that early local ownership is a critical component of sustainability
Defence, Terrorism & Security , International Development Posted: 2010-03-22
Technologies, Rules, and Progress: The Case for Charter Cities
CGD
This 12-page US working paper argues that a new type of development policy would be to voluntarily charter new cities for the purpose of changing rules, using a range of new legal and political structures analogous to the ones that made Hong Kong and Shenzhen possible
International Development , Urban Issues Posted: 2010-03-10
Fake Drugs: Causes, Consequences, and Possible Solutions
AEI
A US speech addressing the problem of substandard and counterfeit drugs
Health , International Development Posted: 2010-03-06
Policy Coherence and the Future of the UK's International Development Agenda
IPPR
An 85-page UK report showing that, while the UK has made significant progress in achieving coherence between development and other objectives in some areas, policy tensions remain unresolved in others
International Development Posted: 2010-03-05
Burundi: Ensuring Credible Elections
Crisis Group
This report examines the rise in tensions before communal, presidential, legislative and additional local elections that are to be conducted separately between May and September in Burundi (executive summary and recommendations only)
Governance & Politics , International Development Posted: 2010-03-04
Global Development: Views from the Center
CGDev
An article listing 10 actionable ideas for a 21st century global development agenda
International Development Posted: 2010-03-03
Education’s Hardest Test: Scaling up Aid in Fragile and Conflict-Affected States
Brookings
A 12-page US policy outlook outlining the challenges that need to be addressed if the educational opportunities of children living in countries affected by conflict, fragility, or emergencies are to be improved
International Development , Education Posted: 2010-02-25
Korea’s Role in Global Development
Brookings
A US article on Korea's contribution to international development
International Development Posted: 2010-02-25
Integrating Environment and Development in Viet Nam: Achievements, Challenges and Next Steps
IIED
This 60-psge report reviews what has worked well in integrating environment and development objectives in Viet Nam, as well as what currently constrains integration. It assesses future needs, given rapidly changing demographic, economic and environmental situations
International Development , Climate Change & Environment Posted: 2010-02-25
New Challenges and New Beginnings for European Development Cooperation
ODI et al.
A 94-page joint report from four think tanks considering how European collaboration and action on international development can be reinvigorated
International Development , European Union Posted: 2010-02-24
Matrix of Medicine Quality Reports Affecting USAID-assisted Countries
United States Pharmacopeia
This 63-page US publication is a repository of publicly-available information aiming to raise awareness of the problem of counterfeit and substandard medicines
Health , International Development Posted: 2010-02-20
Haiti After the Earthquake
USIP
A 6-page US brief outlining Haiti's post-earthquake needs
Public Safety & Disaster Mitigation , International Development Posted: 2010-02-18
Establishing Leadership on Civilian Assistance to Afghanistan
USIP
This 6-page US briefing argues that leadership of civilian assistance is necessary for success in Afghanistan, and lays out the best options to move forward
Disarmament & Peacekeeping , International Development Posted: 2010-02-18
The Rise of Budget Support in European Development Cooperation: A False Panacea
FRIDE
European aid donors are delivering a higher share of development aid directly to governments in the form of budget support. While this offers potential for enhancing local accountability within developing states, this 5-page Spanish policy brief argues that the way it is being implemented in practice is having a negative impact
International Development , European Union Posted: 2010-02-07
Delivering Genetically Engineered Crops to Poor Farmers
IFPRI
A 4-page US analysis of regulatory reforms needed for farmers and consumers in developing countries to benefit from GE crops
Poverty & Hunger , International Development Posted: 2010-02-04
Good Capitalism, Bad Capitalism: What Is a Market Economy and How Can It Deliver?
CIPE
This 5-page US article examines different kinds of capitalism
International Development , Poverty & Hunger Posted: 2010-02-04
A Labor Mobility Agenda for Development
CGDev
This 28-page US paper argues that every rich country should consider its immigration policy to be part of its international development policy, and vice versa
International Development , Immigration & Refugees Posted: 2010-01-29
To Perpetuate their Dictatorships, Arab Rulers Resort to the Islamic Creed
Gloria Center
A 12-page Israeli article on why Muslim majority states offer fewer political rights than non-Muslim countries
International Development , Governance & Politics Posted: 2010-01-29
Greater Aid Transparency: Crucial for Aid Effectiveness
ODI
This 4-page UK brief sets out and explores the link between donor aid and recipient country budgets, and the role greater transparency about aid can play in improving budget transparency, the quality of budgetary decisions, and accountability systems
International Development Posted: 2010-01-25
Beyond Emergency Relief for Haiti: The Challenge of Effective Development Assistance
Brookings
This US article considers the possible role of the international community in the reconstruction and development of Haiti in the short-to-medium term
International Development , Public Safety & Disaster Mitigation Posted: 2010-01-25
Aid, Dutch Disease, and Manufacturing Growth
CGDev
This 39-page working paper examines the effects of aid on the growth of manufacturing using a methodology that exploits the variation within countries and across manufacturing sectors and that corrects for possible reverse causality
International Development Posted: 2010-01-20
Bases, Bullets, and Ballots: U.S. Military Aid in Colombia
CGDev
This 47-page US working paper studies the effects of US military assistance to Colombia in terms of violence and voter turnout
International Development , Defence, Terrorism & Security Posted: 2010-01-20
Tragedy and Opportunity for Haiti
CFR
This US article argues that the desire to move fast and "do something" to alleviate suffering in Haiti must be matched to what is a bitter opportunity to secure a more consistent and lasting commitment to Haiti's political and social stability
Public Safety & Disaster Mitigation , International Development Posted: 2010-01-18
Central African Republic: Keeping the Dialogue Alive
Crisis Group
This 24-page policy briefing argues that if the government of the Central African Republic (CAR) fails to re-engage with the opposition on upcoming elections and negotiate with remaining rebels, its fragile peace process will be at serious risk
Governance & Politics , International Development Posted: 2010-01-16
The Economics of Adaptation to Extreme Weather Events in Developing Countries
CGDev
This 35-page paper assesses the economics of adaptation to extreme weather events in developing countries
Climate Change & Environment , International Development Posted: 2010-01-15
Peace-Building without External Assistance: Lessons from Somaliland
CGDev
This 37-page paper examines how the lack of recognition of Somaliland by the international community—and the consequent ineligibility for foreign financial assistance—has shaped the region's political development
International Development , Governance & Politics Posted: 2010-01-15
Banned Aid: Why International Assistance Does Not Alleviate Poverty
CFR
A 3-page US article examines the flaws in the concept of foreign aid
International Development Posted: 2010-01-10
Security Sector Reform: A Case Study Approach to Transition and Capacity Building
SSI
This 119-page US monograph uses case studies of Haiti, Liberia, and Kosovo to assess the impact of SSR programs on host nation security sectors
Defence, Terrorism & Security , International Development Posted: 2010-01-08
Early Economic Recovery in Fragile States: Priority Areas and Operational Challenges
Clingendael
This 90-page Dutch report focuses on how economic activities can contribute to overall stability as part of an integrated reconstruction strategy in fragile states
Governance & Politics , International Development Posted: 2010-01-06
Natural Resources in Côte d’Ivoire: Fostering Crisis or Peace?
BICC
This 84-page German brief investigates the extent to which natural resources have contributed to causing and sustaining this armed conflict and how natural resource exploitation can contribute to peace and development in Côte d’Ivoire
International Development Posted: 2010-01-02
Rethinking Trade Policy for Development: Lessons From Mexico Under NAFTA
CEIP
This 22-page US report finds that Mexico’s experience with NAFTA underscores the need to reform trade agreements between the United States and developing countries
Globalisation & International Trade , International Development Posted: 2009-12-22
Counting Carbon in the Marketplace – and at the Border
DIIS
A 4-page Danish policy brief explaining that developing countries need to prepare for the challenges that product carbon footprints (PCFs) pose
Climate Change & Environment , International Development Posted: 2009-12-14
Raising the Game: Mainstreaming Children's Rights
ODI
A 4-page UK briefing paper arguing that children’s rights should be mainstreamed into broader development policy debates
Families, Children & Youth , International Development Posted: 2009-12-10
It's One Climate Policy World Out There—Almost
CGD
The results of a US survey of a broad sample of development and climate afficionados on what should be done about climate change
Climate Change & Environment , International Development Posted: 2009-12-09
Reducing Poverty through Low Carbon Development
DIIS
Focusing on the so-called Least Developed Countries, this 4-page Danish policy brief outlines the benefits from low carbon development for national governments and the poor, and provides recommendations for development cooperation in agriculture, forestry and energy in Least Developed Countries
International Development , Poverty & Hunger Posted: 2009-12-09
Somaliland: A Way out of the Electoral Crisis
Crisis Group
This 20-page policy briefing examines what stalled democratisation could mean for Somaliland
Governance & Politics , International Development Posted: 2009-12-08
The Millennium Development Goals Report 2009
UNDP
This 60-page report presents an annual assessment of progress towards the MDGs. Although data are not yet available to reveal the full impact of the recent economic downturn, they point to areas where progress towards the eight goals has slowed or reversed
International Development , Poverty & Hunger Posted: 2009-12-03
Bandits, Borderlands and Opium Wars in Afghanistan
DIIS
This 28-page Danish working paper examines Afghan state-building viewed from the margins
International Development , Disarmament & Peacekeeping Posted: 2009-12-02
Doha and the Global Crisis
ODI
A 4-page UK briefing paper arguing that concluding the Doha Development Agenda is central to enhancing multilateral cooperation and future prospects.
International Development , Globalisation & International Trade Posted: 2009-12-01
Fixing Famine: How Technologies & Incentives Can Help Feed Africa
IPN
A 20-page UK study about technologies that can improve food security and the wellbeing of smallholder farmers, based on field work in Malawi and Kenya
Poverty & Hunger , International Development Posted: 2009-12-01
What Role for the United Nations in Haiti?
USIP
This 8-page US briefing explains the importance of maintaining a U.N. presence there and how to enhance its prospects for continuing success in the impoverished country
International Development , Defence, Terrorism & Security Posted: 2009-11-27
Reconciling Climate Change and Trade Policy
CGD
This 45-page US working paper offers some preliminary quantification of the impact of possible climate change policy approaches on growth in developing countries
International Development , Climate Change & Environment Posted: 2009-11-25
Overcoming Fragility in Africa: Forging a New European Approach
Robert Schuman Centre for Advanced Studies
This 219-page report, the first edition of the "European Report on Development" focuses on the issue of fragility in its various dimensions, on its implications for development policies and on the approached to tackle it
International Development , European Union Posted: 2009-11-18
Energy Needs and Efficiency, Not Emissions: Re-framing the Climate Change Narrative
CGDEV
A 37-page US working paper suggesting some simple principles for determining equitable distribution of emission cuts between developed and developing countries to meet global targets
Climate Change & Environment , International Development Posted: 2009-11-18
Ownership and the Donor-Recipient Relationship
DIIS
A 12-page Danish working paper assessing the impact of recent aid reforms to put ownership into practice
International Development , Poverty & Hunger Posted: 2009-11-17
The Future of European Development Cooperation: Seeking Global Solutions or Retracing a Niche by 2020?
DIIS
This 12-page Danish working paper discusses the future prospects for European development cooperation
International Development Posted: 2009-11-17