Strengthening transparency in the oil sector in Cameroon
Subtitle: why does it matter?
By: Stéphane Cossé
Contributors: International Monetary Fund
Series: IMF policy discussion paper -- PDP/06/2; IMF policy discussion paper (Online) -- PDP/06/2.
Publisher: International Monetary Fund
Published: 2006
Place of publication: [Washington, D.C.]
Language: eng
Format: [electronic resource] :
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.
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