Location and date: Lecce, Italy, 22-23 September 2016

Organizer: Italian Society of Public Economics (SIEP), Italy

Description: The XXVIII Annual Congress of the Italian Society of Public Economics (SIEP 2016) was an academic event held on 22-23 September 2016 at the University of Lecce, Italy, focused on exploring the theme of “Public Policy, Personal and Territorial Inequalities.” Organized by SIEP, the conference gathered economists, policymakers, and researchers to discuss pressing issues related to public policy, economic distribution, welfare, and regional disparities. Through paper presentations, panel discussions, and networking sessions, participants examined how public policy can address inequalities on both personal and regional levels, fostering inclusive growth and sustainable economic development.

IRDL’s Contribution:

Presentation: What is the Size of the Shadow Economy in Romania? A Comparison of Different Estimation Approaches

IRDL presented a comparative study on estimating the size of the shadow economy in Romania. The paper explored different estimation methods, analysing their strengths and limitations to provide a more comprehensive understanding of informal economic activities in Romania. This research contributes to welfare economics, poverty, and regional economic analysis, aligning with the conference’s theme of addressing inequalities at both personal and territorial levels