Should think tanks do policy implementation in developing countries?: Lessons from Argentina

The paper argues that there is a key role for think tanks dedicated to policy implementation in developing countries. In particular, there is a bridge between research centers and policymakers that is not always crossed effectively. Furthermore, many good ideas fail to become policy due to lack of dedication to implementation by traditional think tanks. Thus, a think tank dedicated to articulating the efforts of research centers and working directly with policymakers can make substantial contributions to development.

Discusses the literature on NGOs and think tanks, and describe the current situation of think tanks in Argentina, showing that there is a niche for think tanks. The paper presents a case study that shows how these ideas work in practice.

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