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Public Procurement Transparency and its Potential to Reduce Corruption in Low-Income Countries

This blog discusses the direct impact of public procurement on economic stability and development, utilizing countries such as Rwanda, Georgia, Afghanistan, and Tanzania to showcase examples of positive and negative impacts. This piece highlights that public procurement isn't just a process - it's the heartbeat of nations, influencing the very fabric of their socio-economic landscapes. 

Blog Post by Salome Girgvliani — November 28, 2023

Migrants as Agents of Peace: Harnessing Economic Migration for Conflict Mitigation in South Asia

This blog discusses how migration is emerging as a critical issue that is shaping the global landscape, paying close attention to the nuances between different types of migration. This piece highlights the importance of remembering that migration is not a simple forced whole-sale outpouring of people that always leads to increased unrest, as it can also be an adaptation strategy that reduces vulnerability, thereby helping mitigate conflicts. 

Blog Post by Sarosh Sultan — October 27, 2023

The Road to Recovery: Ukraine's Economic Challenges and Opportunities

This blog post discusses the severe economic challenges faced by Ukraine in the year following Russia's invasion in 2022. The piece highlights the urgent need for substantial economic growth to avoid a protracted recovery period. Despite the challenges that Ukraine faces, the author also highlights the country's resilience and emphasizes the importance of modernization, reconstruction, and efficient use of international aid for Ukraine's long-term economic recovery and development. 

Blog Post by Mark Volynski — September 11, 2023

Rice Cartels and the U.S. Diplomatic Response

Thailand and Vietnam, the world’s second and third largest rice exporters, reportedly held talks in October 2022 to discuss a proposed rice cartel. If adopted, it is far from certain that a rice cartel would work. Nonetheless, the possibility remains that a rice cartel will form and at least partially achieve its goals. China, which is predicted to remain self-sufficient in domestic rice production for the foreseeable future, could also throw its support behind a cartel. While a rice cartel faces uncertain prospects, it is in America’s overall interest to block the proposal now.

Blog Post by Ty Rossow — July 7, 2023

The Role of Civil Society in Ukrainian Reconstruction

Post-war reconstruction will be costly and complex, but it is also an opportunity for Ukraine to build back stronger in terms of economic modernization and governance, including full integration into the European Community. To shield the reconstruction process from corruption, post-war Ukraine will require a robust anti-corruption governing body to monitor the use of humanitarian aid, a strong court system to prosecute war crimes, and an independent media to counter misinformation and disinformation. Ukraine’s civil society is critical to achieving these benchmarks, and now is the time for civil society activists to mobilize around the high levels of national sentiment and extensive volunteer networks that have formed over the course of the war.

Blog Post by Emma Landi — June 30, 2023

Pakistan and Climate Adaptation

Pakistan is the 8th most vulnerable nation to the climate crisis, highlighting the need for U.S. support. This article examines the crisis in Pakistan and outlines five joint steps the U.S. and Pakistan should take to ensure the success of climate adaptation in Pakistan. 

Blog Post by Daniel F. Runde, Robin L. Raphel, and Moeed Yusuf — February 1, 2023

Energy Transition Hurdles

The world cannot address collective challenges if low-income countries are left behind and their economic ambitions are not realized. Yet, current energy and development policies do not always reflect these hurdles.

Blog Post by Sarthak Sharma — July 21, 2022

Global Gateway and the EU’s Digital Ambitions

While the EU’s Global Gateway aims to compete with the U.S. and China in the global digital transformation, the bloc’s weak digital industry can be a stumbling block to export its norms and regulations in third markets.

Blog Post by Marta Granados Hernandez — May 19, 2022