
Fossil Fuel Subsidies – A Harmful Government Expenditure
Removing fossil fuel subsidies in developing Asia is a win-win for the environment and public finances.
Shikha lead ADB’s research on public economics, with a special focus on public expenditure, food and fuel subsidies, and public services. In an earlier role, she supervised the Armenia and Tajikistan country teams, working closely with the governments of these countries to develop ADB’s country strategies and operational programs. Prior to joining ADB, Ms. Jha was Professor of Economics at the Indira Gandhi Institute of Development Research in Mumbai, and a consultant with the World Bank, UNDP, the US Department of Agriculture, and the International Food Policy Research Institute, among others.
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Removing fossil fuel subsidies in developing Asia is a win-win for the environment and public finances.
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