FROM THE DESK OF CHIEF EDITOR: A QUARTERLY PEER REVIEWED MULTI-DISCIPLINARY INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL

ABSTRACT

Energy market instability and price increases are specifically being caused by the conflict in Ukraine, with headwinds in most other economies more than offsetting growth in energy exporters. In many emerging market and developing countries, the invasion of Ukraine has also contributed to a sharp rise in the price of agricultural commodities, causing food insecurity and extreme poverty (EMDEs). In order to enhance development, strengthen macroeconomic frameworks, lessen financial vulnerabilities, help disadvantaged population groups, and lessen the long-term effects of recent global shocks, EMDE authorities and the international community must take decisive and comprehensive policy action.