National and Regional Disparities: How Recovering?

Anna Maria Bagnasco (), Viviana Clavenna and Federica Fortunato
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Anna Maria Bagnasco: IULM University
Viviana Clavenna: IULM University
Federica Fortunato: IULM University

Chapter Chapter 49 in Applied Economic Research and Trends, 2024, pp 867-887 from Springer

Abstract: Abstract Italy is the only OECD country in which, during the period 2000–2019, two gaps have grown simultaneously: the one dictated by territorial disparities between the north and the south, measured in terms of GDP per capita, and the one related to the aggregate growth deficit relative to other countries. In this chapter, we consider the quality of the institutional context as a key factor in affecting the growth and development gaps between economies and, within them, between different regions. By comparing economic data and indicators regarding the quality of government and social cohesion, we try to understand if there is a link between economic and social characteristics in different regions and the quality and effectiveness of governance. The idea is that institutional shortcomings are decisive in explaining the modest results recorded by our country in the last few decades. Understanding and addressing this factor could be essential for promoting balanced development and reducing regional disparities within the country.

Keywords: Public efficiency; Regional gaps; Quality government; Social cohesion; Public policies; Next-generation EU (search for similar items in EconPapers)
JEL-codes: H50 H70 H80 J24 O43 R11 (search for similar items in EconPapers)
Date: 2024
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DOI: 10.1007/978-3-031-49105-4_49

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