Directorate of Economic Policy and Research
Mission Statement
The Directorate of Economic Policy and Research provides Government with analysis and recommends policies leading to the promotion of economic development and to the eventual reduction of poverty. The Directorate provides expert advice and assistance in the formulation of economic policy particularly in relation to macroeconomic conditions, forecasting, public finances, etc. As part of its work programme the Directorate is responsible for maintaining its short-term forecasting model and produce annual economic forecasts. The macroeconomic forecasts provide the basis for economically-sensitive fiscal projections which are submitted to the Directorate of Budget in preparation for the annual budgetary processes. The Directorate acts as the main interface between the Ministry for Finance and Economic Affairs and the country Development Partners (AfDB, WB, IMF, IsDB, ECOWAS, etc.).
Role and Responsibilities
In the field of policies and programs:
- Collaborate in defining structural development policies and their respective impacts in public and private expense in infrastructures, namely public investment
- Estimate budget revenue, domestic tax revenue and non-tax revenue, as well as write relevant texts for the Government Budget
- Issue opinions on tax policy
- Draft studies and issue opinions on tax structure and applicable fee levels
- Issue opinions on matters related to expenditure, savings