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The determinants of political instability: the role of mining resources

Year: 2024

Type: article

Abstract: This article examines the relationship between mining exports and political instability in the West African Economic and Monetary Union (WAEMU). The study covers the 2002-2019 period. Based on a panel data set, the empirical model is estimated using Driscoll and Kraay standard error estimation technique. Findings show that mining exports play a significant role in political instability. An increase in mining exports likely increases the risk of political instability. These findings suggest that controlling corruption and building human capital are channels through which mineral resource exports can mitigate the risk of political instability.

Source: RePEc: Research Papers in Economics

Authors: Ahandi Vincent LOMPO, Achille Augustin DIENDERE

Language: English

Topic: Natural Resources and Economic Development

Subfield: General Economics, Econometrics and Finance

Field: Economics, Econometrics and Finance

Domain: Social Sciences

SDGs: Peace, justice, and strong institutions, Decent work and economic growth

Open Access status: green

OpenAlex ID: W7046438115

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