| ID | 088889 |
| Title Proper | State weakness in perspective |
| Other Title Information | strong politico-economic networks in Georgia's energy sector |
| Language | ENG |
| Author | Closson, Stacy |
| Publication | 2009. |
| Summary / Abstract (Note) | Taking the case of Georgia, this article considers the role of politico-economic networks in weakening the energy sector in a post-Soviet state. It is hypothesised that incentives, from financial gain to the provision of goods and services, encourage a multitude of actors to create an alternative system to the state. It concludes that in a weak state, networks have replaced legitimate channels of communication and no amount of foreign financial or technical assistance can make up for the lack of will among the stakeholders to develop an efficient energy system. |
| `In' analytical Note | Europe-Asia Studies Vol. 61, No.5; July 2009: p759-778 |
| Journal Source | Europe-Asia Studies Vol. 61, No.5; July 2009: p759-778 |
| Key Words | State Weakness ; Politico Economic Networks - Georgia ; Georgia - Politico Economic Networks ; Energy Sector - Georgia ; Georgia - Energy Sector |