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| June 2008 |
| Location | Itinera Institute |
| Time | 11:45hrs - 13:30hrs |
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Itinera Institute Luncheon Lecture
24th of June
The Price of Political Crisis: Economic Adjustment and Political Transformation in Belgium and the Netherlands Erik Jones (SAIS Bologna Center, The Johns Hopkins University)
Abstract Political crisis is no longer 'news' in Belgium or the Netherlands. Less well understood is the toll that this controversy is taking on patterns of economic policymaking. Belgium and the Netherlands used to rely on consensus to stabilize welfare state institutions and to underwrite national competitiveness. This is no longer possible in times of political crisis. As a result, both countries are less flexible and more vulnerable than ever since the end of the second world war. Worse, they may never recover the ability to foster economic consensus. Program 11.45 h Welcome and sandwiches 12.15 h Introduction Marc De Vos, Director of the Itinera Institute 12.20 h The Price of Political Crisis: Economic Adjustment and Political Transformation in Belgium and the Netherlands Erik Jones SAIS Bologna Center, The Johns Hopkins University 13.00 Questions The presentation will be given in English, but the questions can also be asked in Dutch or French. There is limited seating available. Please register through events@itinerainstitute.org.
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