Golden weapons and golden fetters: From the gold standard to the new geopolitics
Abstract This paper explores the historical relationship between monetary regimes, security concerns, and geopolitical tensions, particularly focusing on the role of gold. Throughout history, monetary systems have been deeply intertwined with international state systems and security provisions.
Harold James
wiley +1 more source
Youth in global environmental negotiations: The YouthEarth dataset. [PDF]
Vergonjeanne A, Orsini A.
europepmc +1 more source
The financial instruments used by international financial institutions (IFIs) regarding the Southeast European countries: a critical assessment of their underlying philosophy and orientation [PDF]
After the fall of the communist regimes in the Southeast European countries, what was attempted was a systemic transformation which was called transition.
Maria-Eleni VOUTSA
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Managed decline: Muddling through with the Sterling (dis)Agreements, 1968–74
Abstract How do policymakers manage the decline of an international currency? This paper revisits the view that the ‘Sterling Agreements’ of 1968–74 – bilateral contracts between the UK and sterling‐holding governments – marked a successful paradigm shift towards sterling's managed ‘retirement’.
Alan de Bromhead +3 more
wiley +1 more source
Health equity and the global social contract: beyond incrementalism and illusionary solidarity. [PDF]
Mulumba M +4 more
europepmc +1 more source
The Role of ESG in Shaping the Impact of Financial Development on Banks' Performance
ABSTRACT This study investigates how financial development, divided into financial markets and financial institutions, affects banks' performance across 93 financially developed countries during the period between 2008 and 2023. The analysis highlights the role of environmental, social and governance readiness as core determinants that reshape ...
Noman Arshed +4 more
wiley +1 more source
Analysing the use of emissions scenarios in practice. [PDF]
Lahn B, Sognnaes I, Hermansen EAT.
europepmc +1 more source
Can Central Bank Digital Currencies Promote the Internationalization of Currencies?
ABSTRACT Using multinational data (2000–2023), this study employed system GMM and fixed‐effects models to examine CBDC's impact on currency internationalization through a framework measuring ‘market acceptance’ and ‘policy drive.’ The results indicated that CBDC advancement significantly promotes currency internationalization.
Haodong Gu
wiley +1 more source
A methodological comparative analysis of monetary policy and trade openness on economic growth in West Africa: Does language play a role? [PDF]
Boateng SA, Enimil B, Takyi-Danquah E.
europepmc +1 more source

