The Energy Sector Reform and Macroeconomic Adjustment in a Transition Economy The Case of Romania |
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| Coss, Stphane |
| Series title: | IMF Policy Discussion Papers |
| ISBN: | 978-1-4552-4979-4 |
| Publication Date: | Apr 2003 |
| Publisher: | International Monetary Fund
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| Book Format: | Ebook |
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Book Description:
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This paper assesses the main issues faced by the energy sector in a transition economy such as Romania and their macroeconomic dimension. It examines how the size of quasi-fiscal subsidies, owing mainly to inappropriate prices and the lack of financial discipline, has led to an increased focus on the energy sector under the IMF-supported programs. The paper analyzes the macroeconomic impact of recent reform measures and discusses the next steps to improve price policy and collection in...
More DescriptionThis paper assesses the main issues faced by the energy sector in a transition economy such as Romania and their macroeconomic dimension. It examines how the size of quasi-fiscal subsidies, owing mainly to inappropriate prices and the lack of financial discipline, has led to an increased focus on the energy sector under the IMF-supported programs. The paper analyzes the macroeconomic impact of recent reform measures and discusses the next steps to improve price policy and collection in energy utilities. Shifting to targeted budgetary subsidies appears also to be a crucial reform step.