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Development experts now realize that democracy and sustainable economic growth depend on good governance. Accountability, transparency, and citizen input in decision-making create the foundation for stable, prosperous societies. Good governance is t…
Development experts now realize that democracy and sustainable economic growth depend on good governance. Accountability, transparency, and citizen input in decision-making create the foundation for stable, prosperous societies. Good governance is t…
Certainly there are some tradeoffs in development, but why do you think a country has to choose between economic and political freedom? The statistical evidence does not suggest a country must sacrifice political freedom for economic freedom or grow…
No question, education is fundamental and economic research institutions play a vital role in informed policymaking.
I'd like to add that education must be developed with an eye toward the employability of graduates. There are many places where stu…
I am delighted that you raise the role of business associations. Too often we consider the role of multinationals without looking at the important contributions local businesses can make, through associations, to the development of good economic pol…
I have argued that in addition to individual economic freedom, political freedom (by which I broadly mean democracy) also requires sound economic and political institutions that provide equal opportunities for participation and competition. You can…
On the post-conflict question, it is of course difficult to attract investment while conflict is in progress, but business--especially the local private sector--must be encouraged early on to play vital roles during reconstruction (as opposed to lon…
Welcome! The relationship between economic development, freedom, and peace is a classic topic that has occupied scholars for a long time. This week we have an opportunity to bring fresh insights to this fundamental question. I believe we can move th…
The World Bank Institute and the Institute for Corporate Responsibility present an online Conference on Business and Peace.
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- Source of my passion about the power of business to fight poverty
- I work for a non government organisation
- Website:
- http://www.cipe.org
- Industry:
- Center for International Private Enterprise
- About my work:
- Knowledge Management
- Topics on my radar:
- Democracy
Governance
Market economies
Business environment
Business associations
Political parties
Kim Bettcher's Blog
CIPE Guide to Governance Reform: Strategic Planning for Emerging Markets
Development experts now realize that democracy and sustainable economic growth depend on good governance. Accountability, transparency, and citizen input in decision-making create the foundation for stable, prosperous societies. Good governance is the means by which citizens of developing countries devise local solutions to local problems.
The Center for International Private Enterprise (CIPE) is pleased to share The CIPE Guide… Continue
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