Natural Resources and Violent Conflict: Options and ActionsIan Bannon, Paul Collier World Bank Publications, 2003 M01 1 - 409 pages Violent conflict can spell catastrophe for developing countries and their neighbors, stunting and even reversing the course of economic growth. Recent World Bank research on the causes of conflict and civil war finds that the countries most likely to be blighted by conflict are those whose economies depend heavily on natural resources. 'Natural Resources and Violent Conflict' first explains the links between resource dependence conflict and then considers what can be done to help reduce the risk of civil war in these nations. In this collection of previously unpublished essays by experts in the field, contributors consider the risks of corruption, secessionist movements, and rebel financing. They also consider the roles played by government, the development community, and the country's population and propose an agenda for global action. Focusing on what we can do collectively to diminish the likelihood of civil war, contributors to this volume suggest practical approaches and policies that could be adopted by the international community - from financial and resource reporting procedures to commodity tracking systems and enforcement techniques, including sanctions, certification requirements, and aid conditionality. A fascinating look at the results of important new World Bank research, this book represents an important addition to the dialogue on development. |
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... authorities to tax and control . One reason it may be difficult for central budget authorities to keep adequate control over the finances of state - owned oil companies is that the market does not require these companies to provide ...
... authorities to tax and control . One reason it may be difficult for central budget authorities to keep adequate control over the finances of state - owned oil companies is that the market does not require these companies to provide ...
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... authorities have lim- ited control , further compounding the lack of transparency . In both sectors , leakage of revenues before the money reaches a state agent may be a bigger problem than leakage after it has been collected . Also ...
... authorities have lim- ited control , further compounding the lack of transparency . In both sectors , leakage of revenues before the money reaches a state agent may be a bigger problem than leakage after it has been collected . Also ...
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... authorities . Lack of accountability by the military to the civilian authorities is particularly worrisome in this regard . A related problem is the use of natural resources to fund rebel move- ments ( and in some cases governments ) ...
... authorities . Lack of accountability by the military to the civilian authorities is particularly worrisome in this regard . A related problem is the use of natural resources to fund rebel move- ments ( and in some cases governments ) ...
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... authorities and by the private sector ( including rating agencies ) for risk assessment . The information in a ROSC is extensive but varies by country.17 The fiscal transparency code makes specific recommendations on the publication of ...
... authorities and by the private sector ( including rating agencies ) for risk assessment . The information in a ROSC is extensive but varies by country.17 The fiscal transparency code makes specific recommendations on the publication of ...
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... authorities , and in the private sector ( including by rating agencies ) for risk assessment . " 18 There is at least one confirmed exam- ple of the fiscal transparency code being used by nongovernmental organizations ( the Institute ...
... authorities , and in the private sector ( including by rating agencies ) for risk assessment . " 18 There is at least one confirmed exam- ple of the fiscal transparency code being used by nongovernmental organizations ( the Institute ...
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