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Developments in International Trade Policy
This paper contains further work by the Fund staff on trade issues and developments following the pattern of the surveys prepared in 1978 and 1981, mainly focusing on commercial policies of the major trading nations. It also includes a discussion of agricultural protection and issues relating to international trade in agricultural products.
Cuba in Transition
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Kuwait
The strong economic and financial position of Kuwait has improved further, but inflation has risen. The nation has made significant progress on the issues raised in the 2007 consultation. Kuwait’s integration into the global economy has been increasing in recent years. Global integration is underpinned by active membership in global and regional trade initiatives and an ongoing push to liberalize domestic regulations. Both the external current account and fiscal positions are projected to remain in large surplus, albeit at declining levels owing to the high import intensity of the planned investment projects.
Islamic Republic of Iran
This 2006 Article IV Consultation highlights that with high oil prices and a significant policy stimulus, the Iranian economy continued to grow strongly in 2005–06. Real GDP growth is estimated at 51⁄2 percent. Oil GDP growth was modest owing to capacity constraints, while non-oil GDP growth was broad based, reaching 6 percent. The tensions associated with the nuclear issue, however, had some adverse effects on private investment. With energy prices projected to remain high and external demand continuing to support non-oil exports, Iran’s near-term growth prospects look favorable.
Sudan
This report examines Sudan’s Final Review of the Staff-Monitored Program (SMP) for 2003 and 2004. Policy performance was in line with the program. All quantitative targets, except for that on contracting nonconcessional external debt, were met, and most structural benchmarks were implemented. Sudan made the agreed payment of $27 million to the IMF because of high oil prices and strong tax performance. Policy discussions for the 2004 SMP focused on the need to reinforce macroeconomic stability and to provide for post-conflict needs.
When Nations Can't Default
War reparations have been large and small, repaid and defaulted on, but the consequences have almost always been significant. Ever since Keynes made his case against German reparations in The Economic Consequences of the Peace, the effects of transfer payments have been hotly debated. When Nations Can't Default tells the history of war reparations and their consequences by combining history, political economy, and open economy macroeconomics. It visits often forgotten episodes and tells the story of how reparations were mostly repaid - and when they were not. Analysing fifteen episodes of war reparations, this book argues that reparations are unlike other sovereign debt because repayment is enforced by military and political force, making it a senior liability of the state.
Surface-Enhanced Raman Spectroscopy for Water Quality Monitoring
Surface-Enhanced Raman Spectroscopy (SERS) is revolutionizing water quality monitoring. This book explores the application of SERS for detecting pollutants, toxins, and pathogens in water at minute concentrations. With a focus on practical implementation, it equips you with the knowledge to utilize this technique for efficient on-site and laboratory analysis. • Understand the fundamentals of SERS and its advantages for water quality monitoring. • Explore the latest advancements in SERS substrates for optimized detection of contaminants. • Discover SERS applications for identifying a variety of pollutants, including heavy metals, pesticides, and pharmaceuticals. • Gain insights into SERS for bacterial and viral pathogen detection in water. • Navigate the challenges and limitations of SERS for real-world water analysis. SERS for Water Quality Monitoring is a vital resource for researchers, environmental scientists, engineers, and water quality professionals seeking a powerful tool to safeguard our water resources.
Cuba in Transition
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Cellular Primary Immunodeficiencies
This volume of the series Rare Diseases of the Immune System presents detailed state of the art knowledge on the cellular primary immunodeficiencies; it includes extensive coverage of both basic science discoveries and the latest clinical advances in the field. The book is structured in accordance with the most recent classification of PIDs and also covers updates on the T cell immunological synapse. Readers will find comprehensive, in-depth descriptions of novel cellular PID genes and related clinical applications, mucosal T cells, and the various clinical phenotypes of cellular PIDs. Cellular Primary Immunodeficiencies will be of high value for immunologists, pediatricians, rheumatologists, oncologists, internists, and infectious disease specialists and will also be informative for MD, Master and PhD students.
