NAMA : Diana Mustikawati
NIM : 2022051245
Kelas : 3D
Tittle The Impact of the Covid-19 Pandemic on the Economy:
The Case of Kosovo
Writter Agim Berisha
Journal Name International Journal of Economics and Business Administration
Volume, issue, year, Volume XI, Issue 2, 2023, page 85-96
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Objective The main objective of the article is to analyze the progress of Kosovo's
Gross Domestic Product (GDP) in recent years, particularly during the
Covid-19 pandemic. This includes understanding how economic
activities in Kosovo have changed over time and the role of fiscal policy
in the economy.
Materials (Materials The article mentions using various materials and sources for its
and Methods) research. These include local and foreign literature, reports, publications
from the Kosovo Agency of Statistics, and local statistical sources.
However, the article lacks detailed information about the research
methodology, such as data collection methods and analysis techniques.
Result (Results and The article presents data on Kosovo's GDP over a specific period, with a
Discussion) focus on the impact of the Covid-19 pandemic. It uses tables and figures
to illustrate the trends in GDP. The article also briefly discusses the
reasons behind the fluctuations in GDP, particularly the effects of the
pandemic on different sectors of the economy.
Conclusion In the conclusion, the article summarizes its key findings. It highlights
the insufficient single-digit GDP growth rate in Kosovo and its inability
to address issues like high unemployment. The article points out the
negative impact of the Covid-19 pandemic on GDP and the economy as
a whole. It also mentions the importance of fiscal policies in promoting
economic activities.
Strengths 1. Clear Goals: The article tells us what it wants to do and why, which
makes it easy to understand.
2. Uses Other Studies: It mentions research from other experts, which
makes it more trustworthy.
3. Looks at Different Sources: The article uses many sources like
books, reports, and data, showing that it did thorough research.
4. Shows Data Clearly: It uses tables and pictures to help us see what
the numbers mean.
5. Summarizes Findings Well: The conclusion neatly tells us what
the article found.
Drawbacks 1. Not Enough Details About How They Did the Research: The
article doesn't tell us much about how they collected and analyzed
the data they used. We don't know if they used a good method,
which makes it hard to trust their findings.
2. They Don't Explain Why the GDP Went Up or Down Well
Enough: The article talks about the GDP numbers, but it doesn't
explain very well why they went up or down. We need a better
understanding of the reasons behind these changes.
3. The Research Questions Aren't Clear: The questions the study is
trying to answer are a bit confusing. They should be more specific
so we know exactly what they're studying.
4. No Specific Ideas for What the Government Should Do: The
article talks about the importance of government spending but
doesn't give any clear suggestions for what the government should
do to help the economy.
5. Not Enough Background Information About Kosovo: The article
doesn't tell us much about Kosovo's economy, which is important
for people who might not know much about the country.
6. References to Other Studies Are Not Well Explained: They
mention other studies, but they don't tell us enough about these
studies or how they relate to the current research.
7. Complex Language: The article could be easier to understand if
they used simpler words and explanations.
