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6.6 Strengthening of institutions: Economic Report on Africa 2007
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6.6 Strengthening of institutions: Economic Report on Africa 2007
For new macroeconomic and economic policies to achieve optimal diversification
results, it is important for countries to strengthen their institutions. As this report
has shown, conflict and governance have very substantial implications for diversification.
Conflict always undermines diversification, while good governance (broadly
defined) is empirically shown to lead to desirable diversification results. The policy
recommendation that flows from these results is that it is important that countries
invest in peace-building and peace-promoting institutions that can proactively deal
with threats of conflict flare-up or resurgence.
Where conflict exists, be it at the national level or across borders between countries
in a given subregion, it is important to have effective institutions to address prevention
or resolution. Having conflict prevention and resolution as a key feature
of institutions within the RECs is one way in which diversification efforts could
be deepened. Countries that aim to deepen diversification also need to invest in
good governance structures and institutions. Governance institutions that have to be
strengthened should cut across the rule of law and public order – including a judiciary
that effectively deals with commercial disputes, as well as tax administration
institutions that establish a predictable investment climate.
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About the Author: United Nations Economic Commission for Africa RSS for United Nations's articles - Visit United Nations's website The United Nations Economic Commission for Africa (ECA) is the regional arm of the United Nations, mandated to support the economic and social development of its member States, foster intra-regional integration, and promote international cooperation for Africa's development. Click here to visit United Nations's website 22 Sectoral performance IV Economic Report on Africa 2007 32 Financing Development Economic Report on Africa 2007 V NonMaterial Benefits of Microfinancing 41 Case studies on export diversification for selected African countries Economic Report on Africa 2007 51 It is not just a matter of policy as institutions matter in diversification efforts Economic Report on Africa 2007 |
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