Discussion Paper are short research papers which are directed at different research target groups. These papers deal in general with concrete and stringently collected topics. They often discuss interim findings on research projects, theses, evaluation and political reports. Discussion Paper can be downloaded for free on the website of the German Institute of Development and Sustainability (IDOS) or ordered at a price of € 6.00. Please contact our publication department by mail or e-mail.
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Mockshell, Jonathan / Josey Kamanda (2017)
Discussion Paper, 16/2017
With the Sustainable Development Goals has come a renewed interest in achieving zero hunger, ending poverty and preventing natural resource degradation. Yet, there is a lively debate over pathways to agricultural sustainability. This paper unravels the debate and contributes to its resolution.
Martin-Shields, Charles P. (2017)
Discussion Paper, 30/2017
The relationship between state fragility and forced displacement provides an empirically rich space for new research. This Discussion Paper provides a review of how forced displacement is conceptualised, and proposes new directions for research on state fragility and forced displacement.
When it comes to environmental protection, the state plays a pivotal role. This paper investigates three key factors of a state: political regime type, state capacity and economic development. They matter individually and in combination in different ways than one might expect.
Matias, Denise Margaret (2017)
Discussion Paper, 24/2017
Research on slow onset climate change events is increasing. However, most research is conducted by authors from and in the regions of North America and Europe despite negative effects of slow onset events already affecting developing countries.
This paper analyses international engagement in Timor-Leste, focusing on the 2007 elections, the crisis of internal displacement, and the Security Sector Reform. It analyzes the impact of international support and sheds light upon key factors influencing its effectiveness.
This report provides a survey and analysis of the efforts to reform the rules on international corporate taxation under the G20/OECD project on base erosion and profit shifting (BEPS).
The “Global Partnership for Effective Development Co-operation (GPEDC)” is regarded as an epitome of a polycentric world within the arena of international development cooperation. It is a valuable platform to spearhead reforms and contributes to implementing the 2030 Agenda and the SDGs.
Beierl, Stefan / Francesco Burchi / Christoph Strupat (2017)
Discussion Paper, 15/2017
The report provides a qualitative assessment of the Economic Empowerment Project conducted by GIZ in Malawi. Our qualitative findings highlight the importance of providing poor households with a one-shot lump-sum transfer and basic financial/business training that support their income generation and diversification.
This discussion paper examines the role of ‘enabling environments’ for mobilizing resources needed for implementing the 2030 Agenda. It argues that generating additional resources depends on the prevalence of good governance and presence of effective institutions.
This discussion paper investigates how climate-related human mobility was included under the UNFCCC in two categories: adaptation and loss and damage. It reviews the role of research and analyses the loss and damage negotiations that led to the specific mandate of "addressing displacement".