Please use this identifier to cite or link to this item: https://hdl.handle.net/10419/170256 
Year of Publication: 
2005
Series/Report no.: 
Diskussionspapier No. 2005-6
Publisher: 
Martin-Luther-Universität Halle-Wittenberg, Lehrstuhl für Wirtschaftsethik, Halle (Saale)
Abstract: 
We ask how normative statements are possible within an economic theory framework that recognises the importance of institutional arrangements. Instead of applying established outcome-oriented criteria of social welfare, we examine whether the rules of economic interaction allow the acquisition of gains from cooperation. We suggest to reconstruct any interaction as an existing or repealed social dilemma. This approach helps to identify common rule interests which create room for improvement of all parties involved, and to suggest desirable institutional reforms. Our policy applications include credit markets in developing countries and the unemployment problem in Europe.
JEL: 
D02
D63
D74
Persistent Identifier of the first edition: 
ISBN: 
3-86010-788-7
Document Type: 
Working Paper

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