Managing resource revenues in oil-rich countries

This thesis investigates the management of natural resource revenues, particularly focusing on oil, in developing countries and its impact on government expenditures across various sectors. Given the complexities of the "resource curse" and economic development, this study employs a robust empirical analysis using a panel dataset from 47 countries over the period from 2009 to 2021. The study examines how resource revenues influence spending in health, education, and military sectors, continge...

A Connection Between Social Progress and Pro-poor Growth

This study examines the relationship between social progress and pro-poor growth in developing countries over 2010-2020. Using the latest data from the World Bank’s PIP database, the Poverty Equivalent Growth Rate (PEGR) is calculated to measure pro-poor growth. Social progress is proxied by the Social Progress Index (SPI) for the same countries over the same time period. Pooled OLS regression is employed to analyze the association between the two variables. The results indicate a significant...

Quantitative Analysis of the Effects of Floods in Nepal

A primary objective of this research is to contribute to addressing the existing gap in the literature related to the assessment of the effects of floods in Nepal. There are very few works of literature on the household-level economic impact assessment of flood events in Nepal, and those that exist are geographically limited to the river basin, municipality, or village level. Using the nationally representative data from the Household Risk and Vulnerability Survey-Panel conducted by the World...

Intersectional Migration-related Health Inequalities and Integration Policies in Europe: Navigating the Intersections of Social Class, Gender, and Race

This thesis investigates the complex dynamics of intersectional health inequities among migrant populations across European countries, focusing on integration policies. Through an examination of social class, gender and race, the research uncovers how these factors influence migrant health and how integration policies shape resulting inequities. Utilizing data from the European Social Survey (ESS) and the Migrant Integration Policy Index (MIPEX), this study employs a logit regression analysi...

The Relationship between Social Progress and Economic Growth: Assessing Countries’ Effectiveness in Translating Growth into Social Progress

Numerous studies have highlighted the positive, and at times bidirectional, relationship between human development and economic growth. However, limited attention has been paid to the efficiency with which economic development translates into social outcomes. In the context of global development initiatives such as the Millennium Development Goals (MDGs) and Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), the significance of human development has become increasingly pronounced in recent decades. This s...

An In-depth Exploration of the Roles Played by Civil Society Organizations (CSOs) in shaping Responses to the Refugee Situation in France

This research aims to explore the roles, circumstances, and characteristics of civil society organizations (CSOs) working for refugees and asylum seekers in France, utilizing Lyon as a case study. The qualitative approach, using 17 semi-structured in-dept interviews, was applied in this study. The four main keys finding include a crucial role in supporting refugees through diverse services and integration efforts of CSOs, the main challenges they experienced, the interactions of CSOs with dif...

Supporting Young Mothers: Access to Services in post-conflict rural Colombia

This qualitative research investigates the perception of and experiences with support networks for young mothers in rural post-conflict Colombia, through in-depth interviews with 10 eligible young mothers and 5 experts. It aims to explore the obstacles and potential for strengthening these networks by investigating the interactions of socioeconomic determinants, family dynamics, community attitudes, and institutional constraints. Recurring patterns are identified through a thematic analysis. ...

Gift-giving behavior and household welfare in Vietnam: A quantitative analysis

Practices of gift-giving play a prominent role in every aspect of the socio-economic life of individuals from the developing world. Deeply ingrained in national culture, gift-giving behavior is shaped and regulated by social norms, in particular the norm of reciprocity. Conforming to such norminduced behavior is a way to facilitate social connectedness, strengthen sentimental relations, and maintain social status, ultimately affecting the overall well-being of every unit of society in general...

La importancia estratégica y geopolítica de las Islas Malvinas y la Antártida para Argentina.