Fragility, institutions, and fiscal policy: A critical review

Examines fiscal governance in fragile and conflict-affected settings (FCAS) and its role in shaping institutions.

From:
Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office
Published
20 November 2025
Document Type:
Briefing
Theme:
Governance and Conflict
First published:
8 April 2025
Authors:
Laws, E. and Desai, D.

Abstract

This briefing examines fiscal governance in fragile and conflict-affected settings (FCAS) and its role in shaping institutions. It calls for a holistic, politically aware approach to fiscal governance, urging international actors to bridge gaps between fiscal policy, governance, and peacebuilding.

This research is supported by the Peace and Conflict Resolution Evidence Platform (PeaceRep).

Citation

Laws E and Desai D. ‘Fragility, institutions, and fiscal policy: A critical review’ (PeaceRep Policy Brief). PeaceRep: The Peace and Conflict Resolution Evidence Platform, University of Edinburgh, 2025

Fragility, institutions, and fiscal policy: A critical review

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Published 20 November 2025
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