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On The Customs Union Of Belarus, Kazakhstan And Russia

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The article gives a general overview of the process of forming a customs union among three Soviet successor states – Belarus, Kazakhstan and Russia. Following some theoretical considerations, the author outlines the evolution of the idea of customs union within the CIS. Thereafter, he analyses the economic situation in its member states, with particular emphasis on their structural problems, economic efficiency and trade characteristics. He comes to the conclusion that the foregoing results have not helped diversify the economic structure of its participants and lessen their import dependence. Moreover, the declining level of intra-trade does not bode well for the future of this organisation, while the situation is further complicated by the negative impact of the present global crisis and increasing geopolitical rivalry in the region.

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  • György Simon, Jr, 2010. "On The Customs Union Of Belarus, Kazakhstan And Russia," Economic Annals, Faculty of Economics and Business, University of Belgrade, vol. 55(184), pages 7-28, January –.
    • Handle: RePEc:beo:journl:v:55:y:2010:i:184:p:7-28
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    1. György Simon, Jr, 2010. "Technical Progress And Its Factors In Russia’S Economy," Economic Annals, Faculty of Economics and Business, University of Belgrade, vol. 55(186), pages 7-41, July – Se.

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    Keywords

    economic integration; transition; Newly Independent States;
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    JEL classification:

    • F15 - International Economics - - Trade - - - Economic Integration
    • F42 - International Economics - - Macroeconomic Aspects of International Trade and Finance - - - International Policy Coordination and Transmission
    • F43 - International Economics - - Macroeconomic Aspects of International Trade and Finance - - - Economic Growth of Open Economies
    • P20 - Political Economy and Comparative Economic Systems - - Socialist and Transition Economies - - - General

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