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Foreign aid impact on the economic growth of the Western Balkans during 2009–2021

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  • Lir Hoxhaj
  • Driton Qehaja

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Purpose - The purpose of this study is to investigate the role of foreign aid in the Western Balkans countries’ economic growth between 2009 and 2021. Design/methodology/approach - This paper uses a panel data approach to examine the effects of foreign aid on economic growth in the region and incorporates a random-effects model to accommodate the unique cross-country variations and time-specific factors, as well as a pooled OLS and fixed-effects model for a comprehensive, comparative analysis. Findings - The in-depth regression analysis shows that foreign aid has not had a significant impact on the economic growth of the region. Further evidence suggests that trade openness exhibited a significant positive correlation with economic growth, while gross capital formation, although positively associated, did not significantly impact it, indicating the complexity of its role in the region’s economies. Practical implications - The analysis presented in this study has significant practical implications, particularly for policymakers in the Western Balkans. Given the region’s ambitions for European Union membership and the challenges of high unemployment and inflation, understanding the role of foreign aid is crucial. Originality/value - This research provides a unique contribution to the field of development economics by examining foreign aid effectiveness within the context of a region often overlooked in the literature. The analysis also offers fresh insights into the complex dynamics of foreign aid and its implications for policy and development strategies.

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  • Lir Hoxhaj & Driton Qehaja, 2024. "Foreign aid impact on the economic growth of the Western Balkans during 2009–2021," International Journal of Development Issues, Emerald Group Publishing Limited, vol. 23(3), pages 378-395, January.
  • Handle: RePEc:eme:ijdipp:ijdi-09-2023-0217
    DOI: 10.1108/IJDI-09-2023-0217
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