Strategic Asia 2008–09: Challenges and Choices

Strategic Asia 2008–09: Challenges and Choices

Author: Ashley J. Tellis

Publisher: NBR

Published: 2008

Total Pages: 522

ISBN-13: 0971393893

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The eighth volume in NBR’s Strategic Asia series assesses the major strategic choices on Asia facing the new U.S. president and administration as well as the broader policy community. Through a combination of country, regional, and topical studies, the book analyzes the impact of U.S. policy and geopolitical developments on Asia’s transformation over the past eight years.


Islamic Republic of Afghanistan

Islamic Republic of Afghanistan

Author: International Monetary Fund. Fiscal Affairs Dept.

Publisher: International Monetary Fund

Published: 2021-03-22

Total Pages: 45

ISBN-13: 1513574531

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This remote mission provided the authorities with advice in fiscal risk management. The mission covered three interrelated topics: (i) the Public Finance and Expenditure Management (PFEM) Law and fiscal risks oversight and management; (ii) the Stated-Owned Corporations (SOC); and (iii) the Public-Private Partnerships (PPP). This report focuses especially on reforms that could be implemented during the life of the next IMF program.


Islamic State of Afghanistan

Islamic State of Afghanistan

Author: International Monetary Fund

Publisher: International Monetary Fund

Published: 2002-10-07

Total Pages: 46

ISBN-13: 1451800142

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This report examines the recent economic developments and prospects, and the role of the IMF in the reconstruction process for the Islamic State of Afghanistan. Since January 2002, the IMF staff has been heavily involved in assisting the Afghan authorities rebuild key economic institutions and implement macroeconomic policies. The Monetary and Exchange Affairs Department, Fiscal Affairs Department, and Statistics Department have started substantial technical assistance programs. Critical areas of technical assistance are the rebuilding of the payments system, the introduction of a new currency, central bank modernization, expenditure management, and revenue mobilization.