This authoritative volume brings together Vito Tanzi's pioneering work on institutions and the influence of the behavior of government officials and economic agents on economic decision-making. It focuses on the 'dark side' of economics and the influence of institutions. Issues discussed include:
* public sector behavior and the efficiency of policy instruments
* corruption, rent seeking and governmental activities
* the underground economy and its impact on the economy
* tax evasion and the effect of globalization on tax systems
* money laundering and the international financial system
* fiscal deficits during the transition
* the dangers of fiscal decentralization
* determinants of income distribution.
- ISBN10 1858987296
- ISBN13 9781858987293
- Publish Date 29 March 2000
- Publish Status Active
- Publish Country GB
- Imprint Edward Elgar Publishing Ltd
- Format Hardcover
- Pages 296
- Language English