Practical Economics: Economic Transformation and Government Reform in Georgia 2004-2012

by Nika Gilauri

Overview

This book is open access under a CC BY license.

In this book, Nika Gilauri reveals his formulas for government reform and economic recovery, including how to fight against corruption, reform fiscal policy and tax systems, privatize state-owned enterprises, build a welfare system for those most in need, create a competitive education and healthcare system, and streamline procurement. All formulas are corroborated by practical experience and empirical evidence gathered during Mr Gilauri's term as a cabinet member (2004-2009) and prime minister (2009-2012) of Georgia, and provide an in-depth view of what worked in the case of Georgia since 2003, and how lessons learned could be applied in other parts of the world.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9783319457697
Publisher:	Palgrave Macmillan
Publication date:	12/26/2016
Sold by:	Barnes & Noble
Format:	eBook
Pages:	213
File size:	1 MB

About the Author

Nika Gilauri is Founder and CEO of Reformatics, Senior Advisor to McKinsey&Company, and former Prime Minister of Georgia.

Table of Contents

1. Carpe diem .- 2. Fighting corruption .- 3. Reforming the national economy .- 4. Creating a business-friendly climate .- 5. Reforming taxes and customs .- 6. Privatization of state-owned enterprises .- 7. Reforming the energy sector .- 8. Welfare − Focusing on the neediest with a simple scoring model .- 9. Healthcare – Unleashing the power of public-private partnership .- 10. Education – School financing and university reform .- 11. Thoughts on leadership.

What People are Saying About This

From the Publisher

“I witnessed the tremendous wave of reforms undertaken in Georgia after the Rose Revolution, propelling the country to the top reformer globally within just a few years. This book tells brilliantly the story of how these changes took place.” (Simeon Djankov, Former Vice Prime Minister and Minister of Finance of Bulgaria)

“Compelling… Mr. Gilauri offers a highly professional account of the rapid economic turnaround and growth story of Georgia, which certainly can be tailored in many countries worldwide.” (David Fine, Senior Partner at McKinsey & Company)

“A must-read for anyone craving to establish powerful origins for rapid and aggressive reforms in their homeland … .”  (Karim Massimov, Prime Minister of the Republic of Kazakhstan)

“Georgia has been one of the few remarkable success stories of countries fighting systemic corruption and government dysfunction. Former Prime Minister - Nika Gilauri presents a fascinating account of how this came about.” (Francis Fukuyama, Senior Fellow and Mosbacher Director, Stanford University, USA)