Small States in the Global Economy
David Peretz
A collection of the papers presented to the Commonwealth Secretariat/World Bank Joint Task Force conferences in 1999 and 2000. The joint report set out an agenda for future national, regional and international actions to address economic vulnerabilities of small states.
- Format: Hardback
- ISBN: 9780850926781
- Publication Date: Jan 2001
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Small States in the Multilateral Trading System
Teddy Y. Soobramanien
This study provides a fresh perspective on how measures can be taken to enhance the participation of small states and least developed countries (LDCs) in the multilateral trading system. It contributes to the ongoing general debate about reforming the World Trade Organization and global trade governance.
- Format: Paperback
- ISBN: 9781849291392
- Publication Date: Nov 2015
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Social Policies in Grenada
Patsy Lewis
This paper assesses developments in social policy approaches and delivery in Grenada, including the economic strategies pursued and their effects on social policy, particularly in respect of children. It looks at the challenges faced by governments and presents a brief case study of Hurricane Ivan.
- Format: Paperback
- ISBN: 9781849290258
- Publication Date: Nov 2010
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Social Policies in Samoa
Desmond U Amosa
Samoa is a role model in the Pacific region for its economic and social achievements. This in-depth study traces the history of government policy and examines the fundamentals underpinning the country's progress. It also examines how the fa'a Samoa, the culture, enabled the country to build resilience after crises in the 1990s.
- Imprint: Commonwealth Secretariat
- Format: Paperback
- ISBN: 9781849290821
- Publication Date: Jul 2012
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Social Policies in Seychelles
Liam Campling
This book provides comprehensive analysis of social policy development in Seychelles, focusing on the political and economic developments that have led to the current situation. The challenge now is to maintain current levels of social policy interventions in the face of severe indebtedness and the stagnation of economic growth.
- Format: Paperback
- ISBN: 9781849290654
- Publication Date: Dec 2011
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Social Policies in Solomon Islands and Vanuatu
Biman Chand Prasad
Solomon Islands and Vanuatu are two small states that have struggled to develop successful social policies since independence. This study traces their social histories and examines factors that have hindered progress. Future development requires a move away from traditional social structures and a focus on political stability and economic growth.
- Format: Paperback
- ISBN: 9781849290838
- Publication Date: Jul 2012
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Sri Lanka Presidential Election, 8 January 2015
These were important elections in Sri Lanka as an incumbent president was seeking an unprecedented third term in office under a recent constitutional amendment. The group found that the outcome election reflected the will of the people of Sri Lanka, but the electoral contest did not comply with all the key benchmarks for democratic elections.
- Format: Paperback
- ISBN: 9781849291385
- Publication Date: Apr 2015
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Sri Lanka's Northern Provincial Council Elections, 21 September 2013
The report of the Commonwealth Observer Mission for Sri Lanka's Northern Provincial Council Elections, held 21 September 2013. The Mission was led by Stephen Kalonzo Musyoka, Former Vice President of Kenya, and was comprised of 4 eminent persons.
- Format: Paperback
- ISBN: 9781849291125
- Publication Date: Jan 2014
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The State of the Digital Economy in the Commonwealth
This first volume in the Commonwealth Connectivity Series explores some of the issues facing policy-makers in the Commonwealth in the wake of the Fourth Industrial Revolution. It provides policy recommendations that Commonwealth members can use to address the challenges and realise the benefits of the digital age.
- Format: Paperback
- ISBN: 9781849291903
- Publication Date: Feb 2020
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Stop Vulture Fund Lawsuits
Devi Sookun
This handbook distils the key lessons on best practice in negotiating loan agreements, and responding to the activities of vulture funds - funds that buy up the debt of sovereign countries at a discount in the hope of making significant profit - for the benefit of all government officials who may have to deal with these issues.
- Format: Paperback
- ISBN: 9781849290081
- Publication Date: Jul 2010
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Strengthening Disaster Resilience in Small States
Wonderful Hope Khonje
Strengthening Disaster Resilience in Small States: Commonwealth Perspectives offers timely and expert analysis of differentiated exposure of small states to natural disasters, including an examination of specific interventions for strengthening small states' resilience to this phenomenon.
- Format: Paperback
- ISBN: 9781849291897
- Publication Date: Oct 2019
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Strengthening Sport for Development and Peace
Oliver Dudfield
Sport for Development and Peace (SDP) brings the power of sport to solving some of the most difficult challenges of humankind, such as the realisation of the United Nations' Millennium Development Goals. This collection of papers showcases innovative approaches and examples of effective SDP policies and strategies.
- Format: Paperback
- ISBN: 9781849291187
- Publication Date: May 2014
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Supporting Investment and Private Sector Development in Times of Crisis
Dirk Willem te Velde
Documents the effects of the global financial crisis on investment and private sector development in small states. It uses case studies (St Lucia, Vanuatu and Mauritius) to draw lessons from policy responses and propose further support required at both the national and international level to support the private sector through the economic crisis.
- Format: Paperback
- ISBN: 9781849290173
- Publication Date: Apr 2010
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A Sustainable Future for Small States
Resina Katafono
This publication reviews seven sectors that can catalyse economic development in the Commonwealth Pacific: political governance; development effectiveness and co-ordination; oceans governance; non-communicable diseases; ICT and connectivity; migration and climate change; and energy, and offers policy solutions to address these challenges.
- Format: Paperback
- ISBN: 9781849291637
- Publication Date: Sep 2017
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Sustainable Production and Trade
Sustainable Production and Trade: Perspectives from the Commonwealth provides valuable insights into some of the dynamics, opportunities, challenges and policy options to engage more holistically with trade and sustainability at the national, regional and global levels.
- Format: Paperback
- ISBN: 9780850920109
- Publication Date: May 2023
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Swaziland National Elections, 20 September 2013
The report of the Commonwealth Observer Mission for the Swaziland National Elections, held 20 September 2013. The Mission was led by Dr Bakili Muluzi, former President of the Republic of Malawi, and was comprised of 5 eminent persons.
- Format: Paperback
- ISBN: 9781849291118
- Publication Date: Jan 2014
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Tackling Corruption in Commonwealth Africa
Roger Koranteng
Tackling Corruption in Commonwealth Africa identifies the institutions in five countries that have taken the lead in reducing the impact of corruption and accounts for the factors – both technical and political – that have enabled these institutions to implement successful anti-corruption strategies.
- Format: Paperback
- ISBN: 9781849291828
- Publication Date: Nov 2018
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Tax Audit Techniques in Cash Based Economies
Sheikh Sajjad Hassan
Second edition of a practical guide to using tax audits to detect concealed income in the most common trades in cash based economies. Based on methods used widely in the Indo-Pakistan sub-continent, it is also useful in other developing countries with cash based economies.
- Imprint: Commonwealth Association of Tax Administrators
- Format: Paperback
- ISBN: 9780955354045
- Publication Date: Nov 2010
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Tourism and Inclusive Growth in Small Island Developing States
Mark P. Hampton
How tourism might facilitate inclusive growth in small states. The study provides analysis of the gains achieved by direct and indirect channels and the gaps in data collection. Uses data from Jamaica, Maldives, Mauritius and Seychelles, examines land-based and cruise tourism operations and explores how local supply chains could be enhanced.
- Imprint: Commonwealth Secretariat
- Format: Paperback
- ISBN: 9781849291071
- Publication Date: Aug 2013
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Trade Effects of Rules on Procurement for Commonwealth ACP Members
Peter Trepte
This Economic Paper assesses the potential trade effects of rules on procurement policies in Commonwealth ACP countries. It provides a practical guide for policy-makers and negotiators to determine the impact of government procurement rules and policies taken at the national level or negotiated in trade agreements.
- Format: Paperback
- ISBN: 9781849290692
- Publication Date: Nov 2011
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