سیاست های ساختاری، تجربه کشورها و ملاحظات اقتصاد سیاسی

Structural Policies: Comparative Country Experiences and Political Economy Considerations

Seyed hossein Mirjalili

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Abstract: This paper provides a comparative and analytical review of structural policies and structural reforms. It focuses on three interrelated dimensions: (1) the theoretical underpinnings and policy objectives of structural reforms (2) empirical evidence from country experiences with the design, sequencing, and implementation of structural reform packages; and (3) the political economy considerations that shape reform outcomes through cross-country comparative analysis, and synthesis of empirical findings to identify both the effectiveness and limitations of reform strategies. The findings indicate that timing, and calibration of conditions critically influence the effectiveness and feasibility of reforms. Empirical evidence highlights that the impact of structural reforms on long-term growth is contingent upon their type, sequencing, and packaging—comprehensive reform programs that combine institutional strengthening, human capital investment, and targeted social protection tend to achieve more sustainable outcomes. The importance of social acceptance, transparency, and public communication. Without compensatory mechanisms and credible strategies, reforms remain unsuccessful. Effective reform design requires clear prioritization, careful sequencing, and embedding reforms within broader strategies for inclusive development.

Keywords: Structural policies; reforms; political economy of reform; policy sequencing. (search for similar items in EconPapers)
JEL-codes: O11 O53 O57 (search for similar items in EconPapers)
Date: 2025-02-07, Revised 2025
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Published in Development Studies 5.1(2025): pp. 176-206

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