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Dominic Rohner

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Economics Professor at the Geneva Graduate Institute & the University of Lausanne, studying conflict, development & institutions. Leader of several expert groups on armed conflict. Associate Editor of the "Economic Journal". Author of "The Peace Formula". .. more

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Research Office @gvagrad-research.bsky.social · 24d

📢 Nouvel article de Dominic Rohner @dominic-rohner.bsky.social dans @theconversation.com sur le commerce, la démocratie et les guerres | @gvagrad.bsky.social

"…abandonner des alliés de longue date pour des avantages éphémères ne garantit ni la paix ni la prospérité."

#paix

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Le commerce et la démocratie restent les principaux remparts contre les guerres inter-étatiques

Les pays démocratiques ne se font pas la guerre et un commerce international intense tend à réduire le risque de conflit : à quel point ces idées répandues sont-elles justifiées ?

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VoxDev @voxdev.bsky.social · Sep 3

🆕 Conflict and development 📢

Today on VoxDevTalks, @dominic-rohner.bsky.social (@gvagrad.bsky.social) & Oliver Vanden Eynde (@pse.bsky.social) discuss what we have learned from research on conflict and the key questions that remain unanswered: voxdev.org/topic/instit...

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Positive Peace Edits @positivepeaceedits.bsky.social · Jul 15

1/Review 🧵: The Peace Formula by economist @dominic-rohner.bsky.social

TLDR: Engaging, thoroughly researched book that offers a strong foundation, if at times incomplete, for domestic peace.

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The Peace Formula

Check out The Peace Formula - Economic forces play a major role in the outbreak and perpetuation of violence, but they also hold the key for positive change. Using a non-technical and accessible style...

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Centre for Economic Policy Research @cepr.org · Jun 24

And that's a wrap! The 80th #EconPolicy Panel meeting at
@cesifo.org Venice Summer Institute just ended!
Many thanks to all the authors and discussants and of course to the organisers: of Dominic Rohner @unil.bsky.social and Oliver Vanden Eynde @pse.bsky.social

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Geneva Graduate Institute @gvagrad.bsky.social · May 27

In the latest issue of Globe, @dominic-rohner.bsky.social, Professor of International Economics considers the long-term prospects of #globalpeace in the face of the many elements shaking the foundations of the international system in 2025.

Read more: www.graduateinstitute.ch/communicatio...

Peace for Our Time? The Long-Run Implications of Current Trends

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Ugo Panizza @upanizza.bsky.social · Apr 7

There is still a time to apply for our Master in International Economics

Third and final deadline on April 15

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Ugo Panizza @upanizza.bsky.social · Feb 25

🧵 Thinking about a career in international economics?

1/ Looking to combine academic rigor with policy relevance? Want to make a real impact in economic policy and research?

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Emaan Siddique @emaansiddique.bsky.social · Apr 4

Jonathan Federle, @dominic-rohner.bsky.social & @schularick.bsky.social study how oil price fluctuations shaped the dynamics of the Chad-Libya conflicts, underscoring the importance of military spending in determining the outcomes of wars: voxdev.org/topic/instit...

Who wins wars? The role of economics in military success

It is widely agreed that deep pockets are crucial for military success. Yet, quantitative evidence on the connection between resources and the probability of winning wars is all but missing. Our resea...

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NEP-DEV: Development @repec-nep-dev.bsky.social · Apr 1

Cash and Conflict: Large-Scale Experimental Evidence from Niger: Premand, Patrick; Rohner, Dominic Patrick

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Geneva Graduate Institute @gvagrad.bsky.social · Mar 26

In an interview by The Maritime Vision, Professor of international economics, @dominic-rohner.bsky.social offers insights into the forces driving global instability, from resource disputes to piracy and neutrality in #geopolitics,

👉 www.youtube.com/watch?v=5IOI...

Geopolitics & Conflict Explained | Energy & Resources | Dominic Rohner

YouTube video by Paul-louis Holi

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Dominic Rohner @dominic-rohner.bsky.social · Mar 15

Just to mention for those going to the "Salon du Livre" in Geneva next week: I will present on Wednesday 19 March from 4pm to 5pm my book "The Peace Formula".

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VoxDev @voxdev.bsky.social · Mar 6

🆕 Who wins wars? The role of economics in military success

Today on VoxDev, Jonathan Federle (Kiel Institute), Dominic Rohner (Geneva Graduate Institute) & Moritz Schularick (Kiel Institute) outline their research on the Chadian-Libyan conflict: voxdev.org/topic/instit...

Who wins wars? The role of economics in military success

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Geneva Graduate Institute @gvagrad.bsky.social · Mar 5

Read an interview with Professor @dominic-rohner.bsky.social on his new book,
"The Peace Formula: Voice, Work, and Warranties, Not Violence"👉 shorturl.at/sto1M
proposing a set of evidence-based policies to curb armed conflict and build sustainable peace, and
join us for the launch👉 shorturl.at/uC6uq

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Centre for Economic Policy Research @cepr.org · Feb 27

ReCIPE is launching its first virtual course this spring, featuring expert-led lectures on how conflict shapes economic growth & policy.

More details & register: recipe.cepr.org/event/virtua...
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Ugo Panizza @upanizza.bsky.social · Feb 25

6/ ⏳ Deadline: Saturday, March 1!
🔗 Apply now:
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Ugo Panizza @upanizza.bsky.social · Feb 25

5/ 🌍 Join a diverse, globally connected community committed to evidence-based policymaking and shaping the future of international economics.

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Ugo Panizza @upanizza.bsky.social · Feb 25

🧵 Thinking about a career in international economics?

1/ Looking to combine academic rigor with policy relevance? Want to make a real impact in economic policy and research?

@gvagrad.bsky.social

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MINT | Geneva Graduate Institute @gvagrad-mint.bsky.social · Feb 17

Professor Rohner (@dominic-rohner.bsky.social) discusses his Spring 2025 Course on The Economics of Institutions & Democratic governance: Their Functioning & Impact on Peace, Development & Sustainability. Read more about it here 👉 shorturl.at/uGplV

Spotlight | Professor Rohner Discusses the Course The Economics of Institutions and Democratic Governance: Their Functioning and Impact on Peace, Development and Sustainability | IHEID

Professor Rohner Discusses the Course The Economics of Institutions and Democratic Governance: Their functioning and impact on peace, development and sustainability

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Centre for Economic Policy Research @cepr.org · Feb 14

🚀 Day 2 of the ReCIPE Annual Conference 2025 is underway!

Join leading experts as they discuss conflict, fragility, and their impact on economic growth and policy.

📺 Watch the livestream here 👉 www.youtube.com/watch?v=3DvB...
Learn more about the ReCIPE programme: recipe.cepr.org
#EconSky

First ReCIPE Annual Conference 2025 - Day 2: Friday 14 February 2025

YouTube video by CEPR & VideoVox Economics

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Ugo Panizza @upanizza.bsky.social · Feb 12

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People often associate Switzerland with banks, watches, and chocolate. This couldn't be more misleading. Switzerland is a powerhouse in higher education &, thanks to its outstanding universities, at the forefront of various industries.

@dominic-rohner.bsky.social

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SNSF and ERI partners reject cuts

The SNSF and the ERI partners are calling on the Federal Council to abandon the planned cost-cutting measures.

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Ugo Panizza @upanizza.bsky.social · Feb 12

Must read review.
Agustin Benetrix Hayley Pallan and I are currently revising our paper where we try to understand why the cross-country correlation between FDI and growth and the role of local conditions have be changing over time.

The paper is here

ideas.repec.org/p/gii/giihei...

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Geneva Graduate Institute @gvagrad.bsky.social · Feb 11

Join the launch of Professor @dominic-rohner.bsky.social's New Book:
"The Peace Formula: Voice, Work, and Warranties, Not Violence"
offering groundbreaking insights into the causes of conflict and strategies for peacebuilding.
📅March 10th

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#academicsky #booksky

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Centre for Economic Policy Research @cepr.org · Feb 10

CEPR Discussion Papers Week Ending 09/02/2025 - mailchi.mp/cepr/cepr-di...

22 new Discussion Papers published this past week #EconSky

CEPR Discussion Papers Week Ending 09/02/2025 - https://mailchi.mp/cepr/cepr-discussion-papers-week-ending-13567425

Check out the 22 new Discussion Papers from CEPR published this past week #EconSky

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Ugo Panizza @upanizza.bsky.social · Feb 1

Economics for a better world

Join us on Tuesday February 4 at 2:30 PM Geneva time to learn about out master program in economics

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Geneva Graduate Institute @gvagrad.bsky.social · Jan 28

Discover cutting-edge research and what it’s like to study economics at the Institute w/ professors
@wederdim.bsky.social: unlocking solutions for scaling climate & nature finance
@upanizza.bsky.social: exploring strategies to prevent debt crises in developing & advanced economies.
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Kiel Institut @kiel.institute · Jan 22

💰 Money wins wars: A new study from Jonathan Federle, @schularick.bsky.social & @dominic-rohner.bsky.social analyzes 700+ conflicts (1977–2013) and finds financial power is key. A 10% GDP boost in military spending raises the chance of victory by 32% 👇 www.ifw-kiel.de/publications...

Empirical Study: Money Wins Wars

Whether a state emerges as a winner or loser from a military conflict is significantly determined by its financial resources. This has been shown for the first time in a new empirical analysis of the ...

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Geneva Graduate Institute @gvagrad.bsky.social · Jan 15

"The world stands at a crossroads, with more than 50 state-based armed conflicts currently raging worldwide — a distressingly high record in the post-World War II era."
How to bring peace in 2025
Article by Prof. @dominic-rohner.bsky.social in @euobserver.com
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How to bring peace in 2025

More than 50 state-based armed conflicts currently raging worldwide — a distressingly high record in the post-World War II era, writes Dominic Rohner, professor at the University of Lausanne and autho...

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Ugo Panizza @upanizza.bsky.social · Jan 8

🌟 Economics for a Better World 🌟
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🎓 Passionate about economics & policy? Our Master’s in Economics provides rigorous academic training & practical skills for real-world impact.
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Ugo Panizza @upanizza.bsky.social · Jan 8

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Ugo Panizza @upanizza.bsky.social · Jan 8

5/ First Deadline: January 15, 2025
🕒 Apply early for:

Lower application fees
Better financial aid opportunities
Higher chances of securing first-choice housing
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Everything you need to know to apply for a master or a PhD programme at the Graduate Institute.

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Ugo Panizza @upanizza.bsky.social · Jan 8

4/ Geneva: Truly International and always beautiful
🌍 Study alongside peers from 100+ countries, fostering a global perspective.
📍The heart of diplomacy and home to the UN, WTO, ILO, WHO, and others.
📍 Summers by Lake Geneva, winters skiing in world-class resorts.

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