Useful Readings and Links

The following are interesting readings and links on selected topics:

 

Fiscal Systems and Taxation

An interesting discussion of the current tax and fiscal systems in Europe can be found here

A report on the relationship between tax structures and economic growth: link 

 

Social Security

A guide on the coordination and portability of social security in the EU: link

 

Pensions

The official EU Commission page on pension: link

A comprehensive analysis on current pension reforms, the role of private pensions and retirement savings in the OECD countries can be found here

An analysis on the recent performance of pension funds across several nations can be found here

 

Unemployment and Unemployment Insurance

A discussion on the introduction of an EU-wide unemployment insurance: link

A comparison of unemployment benefits in the EU: link