Abstract:

This paper presents early findings from ongoing research for discussion purposes only. Ideas presented here are intended to stimulate further conversations and research, and do not represent firm conclusions or positions endorsed by the World Bank.

This paper has not undergone the review accorded to official World Bank publications. The findings, interpretations, and conclusions expressed herein are those of the author(s) and do not necessarily reflect the views of the International Bank for Reconstruction and Development / The World Bank and its affiliated organizations, or those of the Executive Directors of The World Bank or the governments they represent.

This discussion note was presented at a Devpolicy seminar on Thursday March 15.