International Remittances And Development Existing Evidence Policies And Recommendations Occasional Paper Itd Documento De Divulgación Itd N 41

Author : J. Ernesto López Córdova
Publisher : BID-INTAL
Page : 54 pages
File Size : 55,8 Mb
Release : 2006
Category : Economic development
ISBN : 9789507382406

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International remittances and development : existing evidence, policies and recommendations (Occasional Paper ITD = Documento de Divulgación ITD ; n. 41) by J. Ernesto López Córdova Pdf

In this paper we survey the recent literature assessing the development impact of international migrant remittances. We begin by arguing that international migration should be fully incorporated in ongoing debates on the impact of globalization. We show that, despite methodological challenges, there is an emerging body of evidence suggesting that migrant remittances can have an important impact on development and household welfare. Remittances appear to help in poverty reduction, accumulation of human capital, investment and saving. Finally, we offer an account of existing policies and recommendations to facilitate remittance flows and to take advantage of their developmental potential.

Author : Anonim
Publisher : BID-INTAL
Page : 60 pages
File Size : 52,9 Mb
Release : 2006
Category : Agricultural industries
ISBN : 9789507382475

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Agriculture in Brazil and China : challenges and opportunities (Occasional Paper ITD = Documento de Divulgación ITD ; n. 44) by Anonim Pdf

Author : Catalina Amuedo Dorantes,Susan Pozo,Tania Sainz
Publisher : BID-INTAL
Page : 42 pages
File Size : 48,6 Mb
Release : 2007
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 9789507382567

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Remittances and healthcare expenditure patterns of populations in origin communities : evidence from Mexico (Working Paper ITD = Documento de Trabajo ITD; 25) by Catalina Amuedo Dorantes,Susan Pozo,Tania Sainz Pdf

Author : Adams, Jr. (Richard H.)
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 32 pages
File Size : 45,6 Mb
Release : 2016
Category : Electronic
ISBN : OCLC:1290703597

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International Remittances and the Household by Adams, Jr. (Richard H.) Pdf

This paper examines the economic impact of international remittances on countries and households in the developing world. To analyze the country-level impact of remittances, the paper estimates an econometric model based on a new data set of 115 developing countries. Results suggest that countries located close to a major remittance-sending region (like the United States, OECD-Europe) are more likely to receive international remittances, and that while the level of poverty in a country has no statistical effect on the amount of remittances received, for those countries which are fortunate enough to receive remittances, these resource flows do tend to reduce the level and depth of poverty. At the household level, a review of findings from recent research suggest that households receiving international remittances spend less at the margin on consumption goods - like food - and more on investment goods - like education and housing. Households receiving international remittances also tend to invest more in entrepreneurial activities.

Author : United Nations Publications
Publisher : UN
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 48,8 Mb
Release : 2018-01-15
Category : Political Science
ISBN : 9290687428

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World Migration Report 2018 by United Nations Publications Pdf

This report is the ninth in the world migration report series which is designed as a substantive contribution to increasing the understanding of current and strategic migration issues throughout the world. It presents key data and information on migration as well as thematic chapters on highly topical migration issues. It is structured to focus on two key contributions for readers: Part I: key information on migration and migrants (including migration-related statistics); and Part II: balanced, evidence-based analysis of complex and emerging migration issues. The two parts are intended to provide both overview information that helps to explain migration patterns and processes globally and regionally, as well as insights and recommendations on major issues that policymakers are - or soon - will be grappling with.

Author : Mercedes Botto
Publisher : Routledge
Page : 246 pages
File Size : 49,8 Mb
Release : 2010-11-16
Category : Political Science
ISBN : 9781135201968

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Research and International Trade Policy Negotiations by Mercedes Botto Pdf

The international trade negotiations that were launched throughout Latin America in the 1990s created significant challenges for developing countries because of their complexity. In order to make informed decisions and successfully legitimize negotiating positions, governments and stakeholders required research, evidence and data from knowledgeable sources such as local technicians and academics. This book provides empirical-based analyses on the role of this research in the policymaking process. Each case study is based on primary fieldwork - either at the national or sectoral level - which was guided by the following overarching questions: Who are the main actors producing useful research for trade policymakers? Who are the main financial supporters of such work? What use do policymakers give to research? The volume offers a deep analysis of the nexus and interactions between the academic and public spheres, among researchers and decision-makers. Contributors also address the main obstacles for creating a virtuous circle between research and decision-making as they examine the links between the research centers, think tanks and international organizations who produced the information and the Latin American governments who used it.

Author : Emmanuel Skoufias
Publisher : Intl Food Policy Res Inst
Page : 98 pages
File Size : 40,5 Mb
Release : 2005-01-01
Category : Social Science
ISBN : 9780896291423

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PROGRESA and Its Impacts on the Welfare of Rural Households in Mexico by Emmanuel Skoufias Pdf

PROGRESA is one of the Mexican government's major programs aimed at developing the human capital of poor households. In early 1998, IFPRI was asked to assist Mexico's government to determine if PROGRESA was functioning as it was intended to. This research report synthesizes IFPRI's findings about PROGRESA's impact and operation. The majority of IFPRI's findings suggest that PROGRESA's combination of education, health, and nutrition interventions into one integrated package has had a significant positive impact on the welfare and human capital of poor rural families. The report will interest researchers, policymakers, and advisers seeking a better sense of the basic elements of a program that can be effective in alleviating poverty in the short and long run.

Author : Chi-Sing Man,Roger L. Fosdick
Publisher : Springer
Page : 918 pages
File Size : 46,7 Mb
Release : 2004-07-06
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 1402018282

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The Rational Spirit in Modern Continuum Mechanics by Chi-Sing Man,Roger L. Fosdick Pdf

Through his voluminous and in?uential writings, editorial activities, organi- tional leadership, intellectual acumen, and strong sense of history, Clifford - brose Truesdell III (1919–2000) was the main architect for the renaissance of - tional continuum mechanics since the middle of the twentieth century. The present collection of 42 essays and research papers pays tribute to this man of mathematics, science, and natural philosophy as well as to his legacy. The ?rst ?ve essays by B. D. Coleman, E. Giusti, W. Noll, J. Serrin, and D. Speiser were texts of addresses given by their authors at the Meeting in memory of Clifford Truesdell, which was held in Pisa in November 2000. In these essays the reader will ?nd personal reminiscences of Clifford Truesdell the man and of some of his activities as scientist, author, editor, historian of exact sciences, and principal founding member of the Society for Natural Philosophy. The bulk of the collection comprises 37 research papers which bear witness to the Truesdellian legacy. These papers cover a wide range of topics; what ties them together is the rational spirit. Clifford Truesdell, in his address upon receipt of a Birkhoff Prize in 1978, put the essence of modern continuum mechanics succinctly as “conceptual analysis, analysis not in the sense of the technical term but in the root meaning: logical criticism, dissection, and creative scrutiny.

Author : Ms.Era Dabla-Norris,Yixi Deng,Anna Ivanova,Ms.Izabela Karpowicz,Ms.Filiz Unsal,Eva VanLeemput,Joyce Wong
Publisher : International Monetary Fund
Page : 35 pages
File Size : 40,5 Mb
Release : 2015-09-28
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 9781513568928

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Financial Inclusion by Ms.Era Dabla-Norris,Yixi Deng,Anna Ivanova,Ms.Izabela Karpowicz,Ms.Filiz Unsal,Eva VanLeemput,Joyce Wong Pdf

Countries in Latin America and the Caribbean (LAC) have made important strides in promoting financial inclusion of firms and households. However, while the region is broadly at par with its peers on financial inclusion of firms, household inclusion lags behind. Nonetheless, there is substantial heterogeneity across LAC countries. Reducing borrowing costs and strengthening further the regulatory environment, while taking steps to protect efficiency and stability of the financial system, could help close financial inclusion gaps. Reducing financial participation and monitoring costs and relaxing collateral constraints will help spur growth and reduce inequality though trade-offs are likely, as illustrated in the case of Guatemala, El Salvador, and Peru.

Author : Emily S. Andrews
Publisher : World Bank Publications
Page : 198 pages
File Size : 46,6 Mb
Release : 2006
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 9780821365526

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Pension Reform and the Development of Pension Systems by Emily S. Andrews Pdf

"Formal pension systems are an important means of reducing poverty among the aged. In recent years, however, pension reform has become a pressing matter, as demographic aging, poor administration, early retirement, and unaffordable benefits have strained pension balances and overall public finances. Pension systems have become a source of macroeconomic instability, a constraint to economic growth, and an ineffective and/or inequitable provider of retirement income."

Author : Adriana Rocío Cardozo Silva
Publisher : Peter Lang
Page : 228 pages
File Size : 52,8 Mb
Release : 2010
Category : Colombia
ISBN : 363160386X

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Economic Growth and Poverty Reduction in Colombia by Adriana Rocío Cardozo Silva Pdf

This book analyses the distributional effects of economic growth on different dimensions of poverty in Colombia. It provides a microeconomic perspective on how economic growth affected poverty and inequality at the household level, as well as a macroeconomic perspective on the effects of growth on regional living standards. The study incorporates recent discussions on multidimensional analysis of well-being and goes beyond traditional income based measures, thereby contributing to the ongoing research on how to measure pro-poor growth and on the importance of incorporating different dimensions of well-being in convergence analysis.

Author : Norman Clive Duke
Publisher : UN
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 49,8 Mb
Release : 2014
Category : Political Science
ISBN : 9280733974

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The Importance of Mangroves to People by Norman Clive Duke Pdf

"This global synthesis report serves as a call to action to decision makers. It provides a science-based synthesis of the different types of goods and services provided by mangroves and the associated risks in losing these services in the face of ongoing global habitat loss and degradation. The report provides management and policy options at the local, regional and global level with the aim of preventing further losses through effective conservation measures, sustainable management and successful restoration. In addtion to the report, key figures and maps are available to download as individual files."--Publisher's description.

Author : Anonim
Publisher : World Bank Publications
Page : 252 pages
File Size : 44,5 Mb
Release : 2004
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 0821356453

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The CGIAR at 31 by Anonim Pdf

The Consultative Group on International Agricultural Research (CGIAR) was established in 1971 to support the Rockefeller and Ford Foundations in funding four international agricultural research centres in Colombia, Mexico, Nigeria and the Philippines. As the first global programme to receive grants from the World Banks net income, the CGIAR now consists of 16 autonomous international centres, with a membership of 62 countries, including 24 developing and transition economies. This report evaluates the work of CGIAR and makes several recommendations to address the future challenges it faces in promoting agricultural research.

Author : Mikio Kuwayama,United Nations. Economic Commission for Latin America and the Caribbean
Publisher : Santiago, Chile : United Nations Economic Commission for Latin America and the Caribbean, International Trade and Integration Division
Page : 88 pages
File Size : 51,9 Mb
Release : 2001
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : UCSD:31822033174434

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E-Commerce and Export Promotion Policies for Small and Medium-sized Enterprises by Mikio Kuwayama,United Nations. Economic Commission for Latin America and the Caribbean Pdf

Author : Adela Pellegrino,International Organization for Migration
Publisher : International Organization for Migration (IOM)
Page : 88 pages
File Size : 48,8 Mb
Release : 2004
Category : Political Science
ISBN : STANFORD:36105114922391

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Migration from Latin America to Europe by Adela Pellegrino,International Organization for Migration Pdf

Migration to Europe from Latin American and the Caribbean (LAC) has grown rapidly over the last decade. Most of the flows are directed towards southern European countries, although other European countries have also seen significant increases. Widespread poverty and economic hardship caused by the recession in LAC, together with the tightening of visa regimes in the United States following September 11, 2001, have been a major contributing cause of increased flows. The most recent data in major destination countries, such as Spain, show that the largest increases occurred over the past two to three years. The existence of what is now a significant LAC diaspora in Europe may itself be a driving force for further migration, and flows are likely to continue increasing in the future. The demographic profile of LAC migrants in Europe shows a young population with high rates of labour force participation, relatively high levels of education and strong remitting behaviour. LAC migration is highly feminized, with women constituting over half of all LAC migrants. Irregular LAC migration is significant and human trafficking also causes serious concerns. As Europe seeks to recruit increasing numbers of highly skilled migrants, including from the LAC region, concern over brain drain from those regions is also rising. Within the context of strengthened LAC-EU cooperation, rising migrant flows represent both opportunities and challenges for policy makers.