A look at Rentier states

Economics & finance   |   Government finance   |   Term papers   |   08/12/2009   |   .doc   |   6 pages
Document abstract : «When I think of rentier states I am reminded of a time in the early 1970s with Richard Nixon invited Johnny Cash to the White House, provided that the sing the right-wing satire, "Welfare Cadillac." Claiming he did not know the words, Cash instead...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction. Rentier and semi rentier states. Unsustainable rentierism: The case of Jordan . Loyalty to the Hashemite monarchy. The political development of Jordan. The reason why Jordan made drastic changes . Bahrain: Oil and foresight. The...»

Planning for tomorrow: Provincial policy, regional government and public opinion

Economics & finance   |   Government finance   |   Term papers   |   07/30/2009   |   .doc   |   4 pages
Document abstract : «Provincial politics can often be as overstated as it is often outdated. In the case of the former, this is a result of the dependency our provincial governments have on federal funding. As for the latter, consider that provincial policy making is...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction. The Province's attempt to participate . The government's approach to the Niagara Escarpment . Provincial intervention in local municipal planning . Problems faced by regional governments . Conclusion. Works cited....»

Export procedures and documentation in India

Economics & finance   |   Government finance   |   Research papers   |   05/13/2009   |   .doc   |   74 pages
Document abstract : «India has a mission to capture 2% of the global share of trade by 2010, as compared to the present level of less than 1%. Export is one of the lucrative business activities in India. The government also provides various promotional schemes to the...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction. Two classes of exports. Types of exporters. Manufacturer exporter. Merchant exporter. How to set up an export organisation. Choosing appropriate mode of operations. Naming the business. Structure of an export organisation. IEC exempt...»

The evolution, features, concepts, application and terminologies of fiscal policy

Economics & finance   |   Government finance   |   Term papers   |   05/05/2009   |   .doc   |   12 pages
Document abstract : «Fiscal policy can be explained as a policy executed by the government to produce desirable effect on national income, output and employment. There are two type of fiscal policy they are - Contractionary & Expansionary.It helps the government by...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction. Definitions of fiscal policy. Objectives of fiscal policies . Types of fiscal policy. Basics of fiscal concepts. Appendices. Conclusion. Bibliography....»

A "fat tax" to encourage consumers to switch away from fats, sugar and processed foods

Economics & finance   |   Government finance   |   Presentation   |   01/16/2009   |   .doc   |   4 pages
Document abstract : «People are obviously getting more and more fat. This fact cannot be denied. That is why, to curb this phenomenon, Kelly Brownell launched the idea of applying a fat tax on unhealthy food, in his article published in the New York Times in 1994. Such...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction.. The attribute of the ice-cream.. Data to predict the potential effects of a tax on the consumption of ice-cream and vegetables.. Conclusion.. References.....»

Do we have the right balance between responsibility for budget implementation and political accountability for the Union budget's use?

Economics & finance   |   Government finance   |   Presentation   |   01/15/2009   |   .doc   |   5 pages
Document abstract : «The evolution of the budgetary procedure, with the new financial regulation of 2002, has increased the responsibility of the different actors and clarified the different management methods, increasing the transparency of the whole procedure. Those...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction.. The responsibility for budget implementation.. The predominant role of the Commission in budget implementation.. What makes the Commission's role particularly limited?. The Parliaments refusal to vote the discharge of the 1996...»

The Universal Healthcare debate in America

Economics & finance   |   Government finance   |   Presentation   |   07/17/2008   |   .doc   |   4 pages
Document abstract : «According to the National Coalition on Healthcare, nearly 47 million Americans go without health insurance (NCHC 2008). That means that sixteen percent of the American population cannot afford to get treated when they are sick, injured, or possibly...»

Synopsis abstract : «American Association for Labor Legislation - Standard Bill.. Private insurance or State insurance.. Plan for universal healthcare.. Flaws within the universal healthcare system employed by other countries.. Questions against universal health care in...»

Overview of the World Bank organization, the positive contributions that the organization has made to the development of Third World countries, and the specific policies that have been criticized by world leaders

Economics & finance   |   Government finance   |   Presentation   |   07/07/2008   |   .doc   |   9 pages
Document abstract : «The World Bank was created in the aftermath of World War II with the intention of helping all countries in Europe rebuild in a positive and prosperous manner. Since this time, the World Bank has undergone many changes and refocused its strategies...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction.. The World Bank?An Overview.. Brief History of the World Bank.. Current Function.. The World Bank?Positive Outcomes.. Success Stories.. Development Indicators.. How the World Bank Helps Countries in Need.. Criticisms of the World...»

On Balancing the US Budget

Economics & finance   |   Government finance   |   School essay   |   09/17/2007   |   .doc   |   2 pages
Document abstract : «The consequences of balancing the US budget are potentially harming. Whether it is decided to balance at a rapid or steady rate, there will be complications of massive influence on the American people. Let us explore in a triumvirate approach the...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction. A side effect of balancing the budget . Understanding that suppressing the natural flow of any system will only lead to chaotic behavior. Building risk adverse portfolios. The flaw in today's models . Conclusion....»

Social Security

Economics & finance   |   Government finance   |   Research papers   |   09/14/2007   |   .doc   |   2 pages
Document abstract : «While the United States was still establishing itself and public debates rage over what the role and duties of their new government should be other countries were fleshing out their own social security legislature. In 1880 the Chancellor of...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction. The birth of economic security. Social Security around the world. Social Security in the United States. Conclusion. Works cited....»

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