Ethiopian Coffee Market Dynamics: A Comparative Analysis Between the Ethiopian Commodities Exchange and Market Liberalization
Abstract Ethiopia’s coffee sector, a cornerstone of the nation’s economy and cultural identity, has undergone significant transformations in its market structure and regulatory framework. This study examines the impact of two major market reforms: the establishment of the Ethiopian Commodity Exchange (ECX) in 2008 and the subsequent market liberalization policies introduced in 2017. Using a […]
Decarbonization and Secessionism: The Risk of Political Fragmentation in Fossil Fuel-Rich Regions
Abstract The global decarbonization agenda poses significant risks to political stability in fossil fuel-dependent regions, where declining oil revenues threaten existing elite agreements and economic structures. This paper examines whether the loss of fossil fuel rents increases the likelihood of secessionist movements in resource-rich subnational regions, such as Alberta (Canada), Basra (Iraq), and Dagestan (Russia). […]