Abstract
This paper considers the effect of government revenue and the quality of governance on the under-five and maternal survival rates. A non-linear panel data study was undertaken using annual data for every country in the world. The study's broad conclusion is that while government resources, measured as total revenue received by a country's government, is essential, the quality of governance is even more critical in determining a good outcome for both mother and child.
Original language | English |
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Number of pages | 6 |
Journal | Applied Economics Letters |
Volume | Latest Articles |
Early online date | 9 Sept 2021 |
DOIs | |
Publication status | E-pub ahead of print - 9 Sept 2021 |
Keywords
- Quality of governance
- Child survival
- Maternal survival
- Government revenue