Public budgets are essentially a repetitive game, played every year by some of the most important people in every country

Group of Eight, domestic bond markets remain a central piece of any sound financial sector reform and development

The prices of farm products are crucial determinants of the extent of poverty and inequality in the world.The vast majority of the world’s poorest households depend to a considerable extent on farming for their incomes, while food represents a large component of the consumption of all poor households

The best way to prepare for standardized tests is to practice, and this resource offers you plenty of opportunities to do just that. This revised edition includes: 3 full-length practice ACT tests to help evaluate your progress after working through the drills; hundreds of additional practice questions (equivalent to 3 more ACTs!) broken down by subject for extensive extra practice; detailed, informative answer explanations for all practice questions

Dr. G. Chapman reveals the simple tools that have helped millions of couples express their feelings and bring joy back into marriage. Couples who understand each other"s love language hold a priceless advantage in the quest for love that lasts a lifetime - they know how to effectively and consistently make each other feel truly and deeply loved

Knowledge intensiveness has featured prominently in most strategies to promote agricultural development. In the past strengthened research systems may have increased the supply of new knowledge and technologies, but that has not necessarily translated into enhanced agricultural growth. Knowledge converts into products and services through an innovation system -- a network of organizations, enterprises and individuals focusing on bringing new knowledge into economic use, together with the institutions and policies that enable a well-functioning network

Worldwide, the accuracy and value of weather and climate services are rising, bringing great economic benefits

It is a part of the World WBank working paper series. These papers are published to communicate the results of the Bank's ongoing research and to stimulate public discussion

This book describes the factory planning process with its manifold practical characteristics. Previous planning approaches only emanate from the product model

This thematic study discusses strategies for sustainable financing of secondary education in Sub-Saharan Africa. The report provides insight into options for financing the expansion of secondary education and training in Africa