Warwick McKibbin

Jun 11, 2024 | piie.com | Michael Clemens |Warwick McKibbin |Jonathan Portes |Adam Posen

The Peterson Institute for International Economics holds an event to present recent research on the impact of immigration on national economies. Michael Clemens, PIIE nonresident senior fellow, discusses the latest economic research on alternative approaches to regulate immigration pressure at the US southwest border. He reviews a range of influential proposals, from mass deportation to expanded opportunities for lawful migration.

Jun 9, 2024 | afr.com | Warwick McKibbin

The Australian economy is at a critical juncture. Inflation is above the Reserve Bank’s target range, and the GDP growth in the March quarter of 2024 was minimal. Per capita GDP has declined for five consecutive quarters. The RBA’s estimate of unemployment being below the rate consistent with putting downward pressure on inflation adds to the complexity.