Trade & Industrial Policy Strategies (TIPS) is an independent, non-profit, economic research institution established in 1996 to support economic policy development. TIPS undertakes quantitative and qualitative research, project management, dialogue facilitation, capacity building and knowledge sharing. Its areas of focus are: trade and industrial policy, sustainable growth, and inequality and economic inclusion.
South Africa and India, two of the largest coal-dependent emerging economies, are exploring how to ensure no one is left behind in the transition. This project aims to help achieve a just transition in both countries. Financial institutions have a critical role to play. Join us for the launch on Tuesday 19 January 2021 14:30-16:00. To register go to project launch.
TIPS will host its 2021 Annual Forum in August on the theme of Reconstruction and Recovery: Rethinking Inclusive Industrialisation in Response to COVID-19. The Call for Papers is now open. To be considered, abstracts should be submitted by Monday 15 March 2021. For more about the Forum, its context and themes go to Forum 2021.
The Import Tracker is a quarterly analysis of import trends. It provides an overview of import patterns and look at the causes of surges in manufacturing imports, and their likely impact on industry. Quarter 4, 2018 is now available. Import Tracker Q3 2020.