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GIS Essay: What makes for a stable and resilient society?
The strength and resilience of the United Kingdom’s democratic institutions come from centuries of tradition and gradual reform. But a wave of antiestablishment politicians and voters would now throw away this rich heritage and replace it with brand new structures. This endeavor carries tremendous risk, as history shows.
Assessing the shadow economy in Russia
While it is difficult to precisely assess the size of Russia’s informal sector, most experts agree that it accounts for a sizable percentage of the country’s economic activity. The phenomenon is rooted in long-standing structural issues that could be addressed by reforms, but the government would struggle to offer legal ...
New Opportunities 2021: India plans reforms shielded by robust economic growth
India will rely on targeted supply-side spending to help resurrect the country’s Covid-battered growth. Narendra Modi’s government also hopes to implement critical but long-delayed structural reforms that could become possible if economic recovery is as strong as expected. The plan hinges on a stretch goal: exceeding 14 percent nominal GDP ...
New Opportunities 2021: Will France decentralize or recentralize?
In early 2020, France began considering government reforms meant to boost efficiency and reduce centralization. While the pandemic delayed the project, Paris will soon return to the task and attempt to give local governments more freedom. However, the plan could face backlash from the left, and could easily be derailed ...
Opinion: Democracy alive and well in the steppes
In June, Mongolia held parliamentary elections that were widely recognized as free and fair. The country has managed eight such polls in a row, a unique achievement in its region. Nevertheless, it is clear that reforms are still necessary. Recent constitutional amendments should support that effort. For now, it is ...
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