Strengthening transparency in the oil sector in Cameroon
Subtitle: why does it matter?
By: prepared by Stéphane Cossé.
Contributors: International Monetary Fund. African Dept.; International Monetary Fund. Policy Development and Review Dept.
Series: IMF policy discussion paper -- PDP/06/2
Publisher: International Monetary Fund, African and Policy Development and Review Depts.
Published: 2006
Place of publication: [Washington, D.C.]
Language: eng
Number of pages: 26
Subjects: Petroleum industry and trade -- Cameroon -- Econometric models.
Description: There has been a growing recognition of the importance of transparency for economic growth and social development in oil producing countries. This paper analyzes transparency issues in Cameroon's oil sector. It shows that, while substantial efforts have already been undertaken, continued action is necessary to strengthen transparency. The paper seeks to identify why and how transparency, especially in the fiscal area, matters for economic development and poverty reduction in Cameroon.
Notes: "March 2006."

Includes bibliographical references (p. 26).

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