is clear from the findings, that if only the utilitarian or the anthropological/sociological perspective was employed, only one part of the decision-making process would be understood, and therefore, depth of understanding would be lost. Furthermore, as can be seen in the discussion of the framework in section 6.2, this thesis shows a need to address the complexities associated with social exchange relationships, and as such, move beyond dyadic relations, embed the influence of social norms, as well as recognise the cyclical nature of exchange processes. This thesis also makes a contribution by providing much needed new empirical research on the undeclared economy in Croatia. This enables a better understanding of the nature and extent of undeclared work within its context, therefore facilitating a tailored policy design. The contribution of policy implications is two-fold. In one respect, the thesis makes practical contributions by drawing on the findings and discussion, to create empirically grounded policy recommendations. On the other hand, it also helps to contextualise the different possibilities, showing the need to prioritise and focus policy options, rather than merely using a combination of the different approaches. The policies are tailored to the current situation in Croatia, but there are also implications for countries in a similar situation. The design of the measures is therefore useful for many countries neighbouring Croatia that suffer from a weak relationship between the state and its citizens, as well as normalisation of undeclared activities.
is clear from the findings, that if only the utilitarian or the anthropological/sociological perspective was employed, only one part of the decision-making process would be understood, and therefore, depth of understanding would be lost. Furthermore, as can be seen in the discussion of the framework in section 6.2, this thesis shows a need to address the complexities associated with social exchange relationships, and as such, move beyond dyadic relations, embed the influence of social norms, as well as recognise the cyclical nature of exchange processes. This thesis also makes a contribution by providing much needed new empirical research on the undeclared economy in Croatia. This enables a better understanding of the nature and extent of undeclared work within its context, therefore facilitating a tailored policy design. The contribution of policy implications is two-fold. In one respect, the thesis makes practical contributions by drawing on the findings and discussion, to create empirically grounded policy recommendations. On the other hand, it also helps to contextualise the different possibilities, showing the need to prioritise and focus policy options, rather than merely using a combination of the different approaches. The policies are tailored to the current situation in Croatia, but there are also implications for countries in a similar situation. The design of the measures is therefore useful for many countries neighbouring Croatia that suffer from a weak relationship between the state and its citizens, as well as normalisation of undeclared activities.
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