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Modern Approaches to Assessing Multidimensional Poverty in the CIS Countries
https://doi.org/10.34023/2313-6383-2025-32-2-67-74
Abstract
The article offers a comprehensive analysis of modern methodological approaches to measuring multidimensional poverty in CIS countries. The study is based on data obtained from a survey conducted in 2024 as part of the «Development of CIS Statistics» project.
It examines the practices of national statistical agencies and methodological approaches of international organizations like UNDP, Eurostat, and the World Bank. Particular emphasis is placed on the application of the Alkire – Foster method for calculating the Multidimensional Poverty Index, the evaluation of the At Risk of Poverty or Social Exclusion (AROPE) indicator following European standards, and the World Bank’s approach (MPM), which integrates both monetary and non-monetary dimensions.
The analysis reveals significant discrepancies in the selection of indicators, criteria, and threshold values, reflecting the socio-economic conditions and developmental priorities of the region's states. The findings contribute to a deeper understanding of the multifaceted nature of poverty and identify potential avenues for harmonizing approaches to poverty measurement, which is essential for improving public policy and developing strategic socio-economic development programs.
The article underscores the need to further integrate multidimensional poverty assessments into frameworks for targeted social support measures for the population.
About the Authors
A. E. Kosarev
Interstate Statistical Committee of the Commonwealth of Independent States (CIS-Stat); National Research University Higher School of Economics (HSE University)
Russian Federation
Russian Federation
Andrey E. Kosarev – Deputy Chairman, Interstate Statistical Committee of the Commonwealth of Independent States (CIS-Stat); Expert, Expert Institute
39, Myasnitskaya Str., Bldg. 1, Moscow, 107450
20, Myasnitskaya Str., Moscow, 10100
A. V. Kiryanov
Interstate Statistical Committee of the Commonwealth of Independent States (CIS-Stat)
Russian Federation
Russian Federation
Aleksandr V. Kiryanov – Deputy Chief, Department of Social and Demographic Statistics
39, Myasnitskaya Str., Bldg. 1, Moscow, 107450
S. V. Prokopenko
Interstate Statistical Committee of the Commonwealth of Independent States (CIS-Stat); National Research University Higher School of Economics (HSE University)
Russian Federation
Russian Federation
Sergei V. Prokopenko – Special-Expert, Department of Social and Demographic Statistics, Expert, Economic Statistics Centre of Excellence (ESCE)
39, Myasnitskaya Str., Bldg. 1, Moscow, 107450
20, Myasnitskaya Str., Moscow, 101000
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For citations:
Kosarev A.E., Kiryanov A.V., Prokopenko S.V. Modern Approaches to Assessing Multidimensional Poverty in the CIS Countries. Voprosy statistiki. 2025;32(2):62-74. (In Russ.) https://doi.org/10.34023/2313-6383-2025-32-2-67-74
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