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Research/Policy Papers

The Policy Discussion Paper series features writings from a diverse array of perspectives concerning RIETI's research and is intended to stimulate active debate on contemporary policy issues.

English

 The Appropriate Policy Mix for China

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THORBECKE, Willem  (Consulting Fellow, RIETI)
December 2010  10-P-028

Abstract

 Service Sector Productivity in Japan: The key to future economic growth

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FUKAO Kyoji  (Faculty Fellow, RIETI)
September 2010  10-P-007

Abstract

 Index of Donor Performance (2006 Edition): Selectivity and Project Proliferation Reconsidered

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TOGO Ken  (Musashi University)
WADA Yoshio  (National Graduate Institute for Policy Studies)
August 2007  07-P-002

Abstract

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Japanese

 Natural Disasters and Firm Dynamics

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UESUGI Iichiro  (Faculty Fellow, RIETI)
UCHIDA Hirofumi  (Kobe University)
UCHINO Taisuke  (Fellow, RIETI)
ONO Arito (Mizuho Research Institute)
HAZAMA Makoto (Hitotsubashi University)
HOSONO Kaoru (Gakushuin University)
MIYAKAWA Daisuke (Development Bank of Japan)
January 2012  12-P-001

Abstract

 Development of Study on Current Account Imbalances and Foreign Sectors in Macro-econometric Models

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TANAKA Shogo  (Consulting Fellow, RIETI)
OIKAWA Keita  (Consulting Fellow, RIETI)
OKUDA Takanori  (METI)
NAKAZONO Yoshiyuki  (Research Assistant, RIETI)
December 2011  11-P-017

Abstract

 Evaluation of Venture Policy: Impact of the venture fund program for risk financing

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ISHII Yoshi(aki)  (Consulting Fellow, RIETI)
September 2011  11-P-016

Abstract

 [2010-2011 WTO Case Review Series No.4]
Australia—Measures Affecting the Importation of Apples from New Zealand (WT/DS367/R, WT/DS367/AB/R): Scope of the Obligations under Article 5.1 of the SPS Agreement on a scientific basis

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NAIKI Yoshiko  (Osaka University)
May 2011  11-P-015

Abstract

 Study of the Regional Economies: Factors for Invigoration

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OZAKI Masahiko  (Senior Fellow, RIETI)
NAKANISHI Hodaka  (Consulting Fellow, RIETI)
May 2011  11-P-014

Abstract

 [2010-2011 WTO Case Review Series No. 3]
China—Measures Affecting Trading Rights and Distribution Services for Certain Publications and Audiovisual Entertainment Products (WT/DS363/R, WT/DS363/AB/R): Can the Violation of Non-GATT Provisions be Justified by Article XX of the GATT?

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KAWASHIMA Fujio  (Nagoya University)
April 2011  11-P-013

Abstract

 EU State Aid Rules to the Banking Sector amid the 2008 Financial Crisis: European Commission's reactions to national measures

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TADA Hideaki  (Toyo University)
April 2011  11-P-012

Abstract

 [2010-2011 WTO Case Review Series No. 2]
China—Measures for Protection and Enforcement of Intellectual Property Rights (WT/DS362/R): Concerning Disciplinary Rules on Enforcement Under the TRIPS Agreement

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SUZUKI Masabumi  (Nagoya University)
March 2011  11-P-011

Abstract

 [2010-2011 WTO Case Review Series No. 1]
Colombia—Indicative Prices and Restrictions on Ports of Entry (WT/DS/R366): Analysis of Rulings on Customs Valuation Agreement and GATT Article V

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KOBAYASHI Kenichi  (Consulting Fellow, RIETI)
March 2011  11-P-010

Abstract

 Understanding the Development of Japanese Companies: Redesigning corporate governance arrangements after the crisis

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MIYAJIMA Hideaki  (Faculty Fellow, RIETI)
March 2011  11-P-009

Abstract

 Mild Deflation alongside the Zero-Bound Interest Rate

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WATANABE Tsutomu  (Faculty Fellow, RIETI)
February 2011  11-P-008

Abstract

 Constructing New Macroeconomic Models

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KOBAYASHI Keiichiro  (Senior Fellow, RIETI)
January 2011  11-P-007

Abstract

 Low Fertility, Aging Population, and Economic Growth

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YOSHIKAWA Hiroshi  (Research Counselor, RIETI)
January 2011  11-P-006

Abstract

 On a Need for a Comprehensive Panel Data on the Elderly in Japan

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ICHIMURA Hidehiko  (Faculty Fellow, RIETI)
January 2011  11-P-005

Abstract

 Challenges for Realizing a Work-Life Balance: Suggestions based on international comparative research

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TAKEISHI Emiko  (Faculty Fellow, RIETI)
January 2011  11-P-004

Abstract

 Globalization and International Economic Strategy

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WAKASUGI Ryuhei  (Research Counselor, RIETI)
January 2011  11-P-003

Abstract

 Globalization and China's Economic Growth

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ITO Banri  (Fellow, RIETI)
YASHIRO Naomitsu  (Consulting Fellow, RIETI)
January 2011  11-P-002

Abstract

 Productivity of Japanese Firms and Innovation System: Bolstering growth potential

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NAGAOKA Sadao  (Research Counselor, RIETI)
January 2011  11-P-001

Abstract

 An Empirical Study for Demonstrating the Possibility of Forming Industrial Clusters Centered on Product-Developing SMEs

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KODAMA Toshihiro  (Japan Finance Corporation)
December 2010  10-P-030

Abstract

 The Appropriate Policy Mix for China

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THORBECKE, Willem  (Consulting Fellow, RIETI)
December 2010  10-P-029

Abstract

 Globalization of Japanese firms: An analysis based on firm-level data

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WAKASUGI Ryuhei  (Research Counselor, RIETI)
TODO Yasuyuki  (Faculty Fellow, RIETI)
December 2010  10-P-027

Abstract

 WTO and the Environment

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YAMASHITA Kazuhito  (Senior Fellow, RIETI)
December 2010  10-P-026

Abstract

 Analyzing the Relationships between Motivation, Entrepreneurship, and Performance: Implications for policy support

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YASUDA Takehiko  (Toyo University)
December 2010  10-P-025

Abstract

 Key Issues of Today's International Investment Agreements: Including their relationships with taxation

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KOTERA Akira  (Faculty Fellow, RIETI)
December 2010  10-P-024

Abstract

 Global Imbalances and Currency Misalignments in Asia: An Analysis with AMU

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ITO Takatoshi  (Faculty Fellow, RIETI)
OGAWA Eiji  (Faculty Fellow, RIETI)
SHIMIZU Junko  (Senshu University)
December 2010  10-P-023

Abstract

 A Study on the Economic Impacts of FTAs

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URATA Shujiro  (Faculty Fellow, RIETI)
ANDO Mitsuyo  (Keio University)
December 2010  10-P-022

Abstract

 Official Development Assistance for Poverty Reduction in Developing Countries

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SAWADA Yasuyuki  (Faculty Fellow, RIETI)
TODO Yasuyuki  (Faculty Fellow, RIETI)
December 2010  10-P-021

Abstract

 Offshore Outsourcing by Japanese Firms: An analysis based on micro data

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TOMIURA Eiichi  (Faculty Fellow, RIETI)
December 2010  10-P-020

Abstract

 WTO Functioning as a Rules-Enforcement Agency: Current state of dispute settlement procedures and multilateral surveillance

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KAWASE Tsuyoshi  (Faculty Fellow, RIETI)
December 2010  10-P-019

Abstract

 Product Innovation and Economic Growth: Experiences of Japan

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ANDO Koichi  (Development Bank of Japan)
UNAYAMA Takashi  (Faculty Fellow, RIETI)
KEIDA Masayuki  (Rissho University)
MIYAGAWA Shuko  (Research Assistant, RIETI)
YOSHIKAWA Hiroshi  (Research Counselor, Faculty Fellow, RIETI)
November 2010  10-P-018

Abstract

 Formation of High-tech Industry on the back of Thriving NTBFs

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NISHIZAWA Akio  (Tohoku University)
November 2010  10-P-017

Abstract

 A Process Analysis of the "Design-Based Comparative Advantage" Hypothesis

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FUJIMOTO Takahiro  (The University of Tokyo )
November 2010  10-P-016

Abstract

 Exploring the Main Causes of Declining Competitiveness in Japanese Science-Based Industries: Experiences in the semiconductor industry

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CHUMA Hiroyuki  (Faculty Fellow, RIETI)
November 2010  10-P-015

Abstract

 A Survey on Measurement and Economic Effects of Intangible Assets: Empirical studies at the aggregate, industry, and firm levels

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MIYAGAWA Tsutomu  (Faculty Fellow, RIETI)
KIM Younggak  (Senshu University)
November 2010  10-P-014

Abstract

 Innovation Process in Japan and the U.S.: Major findings from the RIETI inventor surveys

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NAGAOKA Sadao  (Research Counselor, RIETI)
November 2010  10-P-013

Abstract

 Japan's TFP Growth Rates at the Industry Level and their Determinants: An analysis based on the JIP database

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FUKAO Kyoji  (Faculty Fellow, RIETI)
November 2010  10-P-012

Abstract

 Social Security System and Public Finance: Sustainability, efficiency, and equity

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NAKATA Daigo  (Fellow, RIETI)
MORIKAWA Masayuki  (Vice President, RIETI)
November 2010  10-P-011

Abstract

 Productivity Analysis Based on Microdata of Government Statistics

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ITO Keiko  (Senshu University)
MATSUURA Toshiyuki  (Keio Economic Observatory)
November 2010  10-P-010

Abstract

 Change in Plant Ownership and Impact on Product Strategy and Productivity in New Industry: Japanese cotton spinning industry, 1900-1911

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OKAZAKI Tetsuji  (Faculty Fellow, RIETI)
November 2010  10-P-009

Abstract

 Empirical Analysis of IT and Productivity: Comparisons between Japan and the U.S.

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MOTOHASHI Kazuyuki  (Faculty Fellow, RIETI)
November 2010  10-P-008

Abstract

 Evaluation and Future Direction of Intellectual Property Strategy - Setting out a new intellectual property policy -

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KUGAI Takashi  (Senior Fellow, RIETI)
August 2010  10-P-006

Abstract

 Evaluating Japanese Exporters' Performance and Investment Behavior during the 2002-2007 Export Boom

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YASHIRO Naomitsu  (Consulting Fellow, RIETI)
HIRANO Daisuke  (Institute of Economic Research, Kyoto University)
June 2010  10-P-005

Abstract

 The Structural Causes of Japan's "Two Lost Decades"

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YoungGak KIM  (Senshu University)
FUKAO Kyoji  (Faculty Fellow, RIETI)
MAKINO Tatsuji  (Research Assistant, RIETI)
June 2010  10-P-004

Abstract

 RIETI Productivity Studies: A survey for policy planners

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MORIKAWA Masayuki  (Vice President, RIETI)
March 2010  10-P-003

Abstract

 How long do Japanese work? - A comparison before and after the shorter work week

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KURODA Sachiko  (the University of Tokyo)
February 2010  10-P-002

Abstract

 Effect of the White Collar Exemption in the Japanese Labor Market

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KURODA Sachiko  (the University of Tokyo)
YAMAMOTO Isamu  (Keio University)
February 2010  10-P-001

Abstract

 Japanese Companies' Investments in China

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SHIBOTA Atsuo  (Former Senior Fellow, RIETI / Director General, Trade and Economic Cooperation Bureau, Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry, METI)
December 2009  09-P-004

Abstract

 Economic Analysis of Public-Private Partnerships

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YAMAUCHI Naoto  (Faculty Fellow, RIETI)
SUZUKI Wataru (Gakushuin University)
MATSUNAGA Yoshiho (Osaka University of Commerce)
HOTTA Satoko (the University of Tokyo Institute of Social Science)
IWATA Kenji (certified tax accountant)
ISHIDA Yu  (Akashi National College of Technology)
OKUYAMA Naoko  (Osaka University, Graduate School / Research Fellow, Japan Society for the Promotion of Science)
September 2009  09-P-003

Abstract

 Changes in Japan's Atomic Energy Policy and Historical Considerations of International Policy Cooperation: Implications for the introduction of nuclear power generation in the East Asian region

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SAGARA Nozomi  (Former Senior Fellow, RIETI)
September 2009  09-P-002

Abstract

 Fisheries Subsidy Negotiations at the WTO: An analysis from the perspective of environmental standards

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YAGI Nobuyuki  (The University of Tokyo)
September 2009  09-P-001

Abstract

 Establishment of Sustainable Local Economic Systems - Analysis of economic structure: Kurashiki city case study

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NAKAMURA Ryohei  (Faculty Fellow, RIETI)
MORITA Manabu  (Value Management Institute, Inc.)
October 2008  08-P-011

Abstract

 Product Architecture and Corporate Behavior - Empirical analysis of business activities

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OSHIKA Takashi  (Faculty Fellow, RIETI)
October 2008  08-P-010

Abstract

 New Horizons and an Introduction to Intellectual Property Systems: Perspectives on reviewing intellectual property systems for the future

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KIYOKAWA Yutaka  (Senior Fellow)
September 2008  08-P-009

Abstract

 Background and Impact of Recent High Crude Oil Prices

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HASEGAWA Eiichi  (Senior Fellow, RIETI)
September 2008  08-P-008

Abstract

 A Survey of Research on Productivity Analysis Using Microdata - Impact of Entry, Exit, Economic Globalization, Innovation and Systemic Reform

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MATSUURA Toshiyuki  (Fellow, RIETI)
HAYAKAWA Kazunobu  (IDE-JETRO, RIETI)
KATO Masatoshi  (Institute of Economic Research, Hitotsubashi University)
September 2008  08-P-007

Abstract

 Comparative Study of Regional Finance and Industrial Partnerships in Japan and South Korea - Comparison of the Taegu and North Gyeongsang regions of South Korea and the Tokai and Kansai regions of Japan based on corporate questionnaire surveys

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YAMORI Nobuyoshi  (Nagoya University)
HIRAKAWA Hitoshi  (Nagoya University)
CHOI Yong-Ho  (Kyungpook National University of South Korea)
JIN Byung-Yong  (Daegu Bank, Daegu Bank Economic Research Division, South Korea)
BU Gi-Duck (Daegu Bank, Daegu Bank Economic Research Division, South Korea)
PARK Man-Bong (Nagoya University)
September 2008  08-P-006

Abstract

 Background and Mechanism of Reorganization of European Power and Gas Industries: Multiple games among firms, sovereign states, and international organizations

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SHIRAISHI Shigeaki  (Senior Fellow, RIETI)
July 2008  08-P-005

Abstract

 The Effects of Social Security and the Tax System on Income Distribution and Economic Growth

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MORIKAWA Masayuki  (Senior Fellow, RIETI)
July 2008  08-P-004

Abstract

 Consumer Policy and Market Norms: Routes of socioeconomic development abstracted from literature concerning consumer fraud and product safety

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TANI Midori  (Senior Fellow, RIETI)
May 2008  08-P-003

Abstract

 International Comparison of Crisis Management Policies: For theories of economic policies for crisis response

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KOBAYASHI Keiichiro  (Senior Fellow, RIETI)
OSAWA Jun  (Institute for International Policy Studies)
YAOITA Shumpei  (MIE CHUKYO UNIVERSITY)
KIKUCHI Yona  (Former research assistant, RIETI)
JIBIKI Yasuhito (the University of Tokyo)
ITO Koutaro (CHUO UNIVERSITY)
OGURI Yusuke (Keio University)
HARADA Tomoyo (the University of Tokyo)
May 2008  08-P-002

Abstract

 Current Situation and Problems in European Common Energy Policies

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KAINOU Kazunari  (Fellow, RIETI)
April 2008  08-P-001

Abstract

 Survey of Productivity in the Service Sector

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KATO Atsuyuki  (Fellow, RIETI)
November 2007  07-P-005

Abstract

 Structural Analysis of the Competitive Environment for Education and Research Provided by Universities in Japan

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DOI Ryoji  (Consulting Fellow, RIETI)
August 2007  07-P-003

Abstract

 Conflicts of Interest with Directors and Officers in Management Buyouts (MBOs) and their Regulations

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KITAGAWA Toru  (Research Assistant, RIETI)
July 2007  07-P-001

Abstract

 A Study on "Area" Designation of Cooperative Financial Institutions

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KANKI Shozo  (Associated Professor, Ryutsu Keizai University)
June 2006  06-P-001

Abstract

 Mindsets of Constituent Members of an Organization in Institutional Transition: A Case of Transition from a National Testing and Research Institute to an Incorporated Administrative Agency

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FUJIMOTO Masayo  (Faculty of Social Studies, Doshisha University)
November 2005  05-P-004

Abstract

 Japan's Past, Present and Future in East Asia: Thoughts from the Perspective of the Transformation of Urban Agglomerations

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HISATAKE Masato  (Senior Fellow, RIETI)
June 2005  05-P-003

Abstract

 Business-Academia-Government Collaboration in Developing Human Resources in Science and Technology: Lessons from the Case of Britain

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GOTO Akira  (Faculty Fellow, RIETI)
Lee WOOLGAR  (Visiting Researcher, Research Center for Advanced Science and Technology, The University of Tokyo)
May 2005  05-P-002

Abstract

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