CEPII - Mission

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Practical Infos

What is the CEPII?

The CEPII is the leading French center for research and expertise on the world economy. It contributes to the policy making process trough its independent in-depth analyses on international trade, migrations, macroeconomics and finance. The CEPII also produces databases and provides a platform for debate among academics, experts, practitioners, decision makers and other private and public stakeholders.
Founded in 1978, the CEPII is part of the network coordinated by France Strategy, within the Prime Minister's services.

Who is the CEPII’s work aimed at ?

Private and public decision-makers,
international institutions,
economists, civil society, the media.

And for firms?

Le Club du CEPII (The CEPII Business Club) organizes regularly conferences aimed especially at firms, based on CEPII’s expertise and research networks.

How is independent judgment guaranteed ?

Pertinence and scientific quality are the only publication criteria applied under the supervision of the Scientific Committee. The committee is currently chaired by Francesco Giavazzi, Professor at Bocconi University in Milan and at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology.

Who sets the CEPII’s work program ?

CEPII’s board, composed of leading executives from government bodies and independent experts meets twice yearly. The board also reviews CEPII's annual report.

How does the CEPII conduct its work ?

Using databases, models, expertise and international cooperation. CEPII is organized around four research programs, each led by a scientific supervisor.

Fields of expertise

Competitiveness & Growth

Economic Policy

Emerging Countries

Environment & Natural Resources

Europe

Migrations

Money & Finance

Trade & Globalization

Publications

Research

Analysis and Economic Policy