The Viewpoint policy journal focuses on public policy innovations for private-sector led and market-based solutions for development. The journal is open to submissions. A writer's guide is available for download (PDF 22KB). Recent Policy Briefs  Reforming Business Taxes
Tax rates and the administrative costs of tax compliance are key concerns of business. Studies within and across countries suggest that lowering corporate tax rates can increase investment, reduce tax evasion by formal firms, promote the creation of formal firms, and ultimately raise sales and GDP. These benefits, however, need to be balanced against other objectives of the tax regime. Although less is known about the effects of reducing compliance costs, evidence suggests that this too can lead to more formal firms and higher sales. | Settling Out of Court
Alternative dispute resolution can help the justice system in a country function more efficiently. It often saves costs and time and increases user satisfaction. For cases that go back to court, however, the total cost and time may increase. Alternative dispute resolution can also have indirect benefits. It can increase the effectiveness of courts by reducing bottlenecks. And it can improve trust in the legal system, which may increase foreign investment. |
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