Mauritius: A Competitiveness Assessment

Author/Editor:

Camelia Minoiu ; Patrick A. Imam

Publication Date:

September 1, 2008

Electronic Access:

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Summary:

We assess the competitiveness of Mauritius in recent years using two approaches. First, we estimate the difference between the equilibrium and the actual real exchange rate using four methods: the macroeconomic balance approach, the single-equation fundamentals approach, the capital-enhanced approach, and the external sustainability approach. The methods consistently suggest that at the end of 2007 the exchange rate was aligned with its equilibrium value. Second, we undertake a comparative analysis of structural competitiveness indicators and find that Mauritius often fares better on business climate than other small island economies and high-growth Asian economies. Nevertheless, there are areas for improvement.

Series:

Working Paper No. 2008/212

Subject:

English

Publication Date:

September 1, 2008

ISBN/ISSN:

9781451870701/1018-5941

Stock No:

WPIEA2008212

Pages:

33

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