New Zealand has consistently performed as one of the wealthiest countries in the world with very high living standards. With a GDP per capita of $53,000 USD, this places New Zealand substantially higher than many of their Western counterparts, like Australia ($47,000 USD) and the UK ($39,000 USD). New Zealand’s prosperity has been achieved throughContinue reading “Keynesian Kiwis?”
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Korean economy under Moon
Elected in 2017 following the resignation and subsequent jailing of the disgraced Park Geun-hye, Moon Jae-In became the 12th President of South Korea. However, his legacy needs more to be desired. While his administration’s handling of the coronavirus pandemic proved effective relative to other Western economies, spiralling housing and energy costs alongside a slowing domesticContinue reading “Korean economy under Moon”
Docklands’ Devolution Success
Economic devolution is a powerful tool that can be used to promote economic growth and development in regions that have been neglected in the past. It is a process that involves transferring economic power and decision-making from a central government to local or regional authorities. The idea behind economic devolution is to give local authoritiesContinue reading “Docklands’ Devolution Success”
Marvellous McKinley?
President William McKinley served as the 25th President of the United States from 1897 until his assassination in 1901. During his presidency, McKinley pursued a number of economic policies that aimed to promote economic growth and stability in the United States. While his policies were aimed at promoting economic growth and stability in the UnitedContinue reading “Marvellous McKinley?”
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