The presentation provides information regarding the problem of the world population growth, it compares the population of developed and underdeveloped countries and it provides recommendations and solutions.
1) Mauritius experienced rapid population growth in the 1950s that threatened to outpace its resources, fitting Malthus' theory of overpopulation leading to famine.
2) The government intervened with family planning programs and development efforts to boost resources like diversifying agriculture and attracting industry.
3) These actions aligned with Boserup's view that technological innovation can increase carrying capacity, allowing Mauritius to avoid a Malthusian crisis and continue growing its population and economy.
Case study; malthus mauritius by Miss J. Ball, Chasetown High Schoolmontathomas
Mauritius experienced rapid population growth in the 1950s that threatened to outpace its resources according to Malthusian theories. However, the government intervened with family planning programs and economic diversification. This stimulated technological changes in agriculture and development of industry as predicted by Boserup. As a result, Mauritius avoided a Malthusian crisis and sustained population growth through improved living standards.
Factors that promote or hinder development(1)Tashmar Davis
Here are the answers to the questions:
1. The three economic modules identified are: central or planned economic system, free market system or market system, and mixed economic system.
2. Two countries that practice the mixed economy module are Jamaica and Grenada.
3. Capitalism is a social system based on the principle of individual right.
4. One Caribbean country which has been influenced by Marxism is Guyana.
5. The name of the leader of Guyana influenced by Marxism is Cheddi Jagan.
China is experiencing rapid economic growth but faces challenges to its continued rise. The government faces issues with urbanization as the hukou system limits migration. An aging population is reducing the labor force and increasing pension costs. Heavy investment poses risks of overcapacity and debt. China's new generation of leaders in 2012 will likely maintain political control while granting some economic freedoms. Reforms are needed to transition to a consumption-led economy and address inequality, or turbulence could result.
Poverty Reduction Policies in Low Income Countriestutor2u
This revision presentation covers some of the main causes of continued high levels of extreme poverty in low and middle income countries and considers a range of pro-poor government interventions designed to increase productivity and regular employment and waged income in formal labour markets.
The document discusses several factors that can promote or hinder economic development in countries. It identifies indicators used to measure development, including economic factors like investment, infrastructure and productivity, as well as non-economic social indicators. Some factors that can hinder development are political fragmentation, unequal wealth distribution, natural disasters and a country's small size.
Human factors like life expectancy, infant mortality, poverty, education and technology access provide a good measure of a country's social development. Economic factors such as GDP, GNP, inflation, unemployment and economic structure also give insight into a country's economic strength. Both human and economic factors should be considered to get a well-rounded view of a country's overall development.
The least developed countries and Sustainable Development Goalsموحد مسعود
LDCs and Rural Transformation: from MDGs to SDGs
Agricultural productivity, Development of non-farm activities
The Gender Dimension, Transforming Rural Economies in the Post-2015 Era: A Policy Agenda
1) Mauritius experienced rapid population growth in the 1950s that threatened to outpace its resources, fitting Malthus' theory of overpopulation leading to famine.
2) The government intervened with family planning programs and development efforts to boost resources like diversifying agriculture and attracting industry.
3) These actions aligned with Boserup's view that technological innovation can increase carrying capacity, allowing Mauritius to avoid a Malthusian crisis and continue growing its population and economy.
Case study; malthus mauritius by Miss J. Ball, Chasetown High Schoolmontathomas
Mauritius experienced rapid population growth in the 1950s that threatened to outpace its resources according to Malthusian theories. However, the government intervened with family planning programs and economic diversification. This stimulated technological changes in agriculture and development of industry as predicted by Boserup. As a result, Mauritius avoided a Malthusian crisis and sustained population growth through improved living standards.
Factors that promote or hinder development(1)Tashmar Davis
Here are the answers to the questions:
1. The three economic modules identified are: central or planned economic system, free market system or market system, and mixed economic system.
2. Two countries that practice the mixed economy module are Jamaica and Grenada.
3. Capitalism is a social system based on the principle of individual right.
4. One Caribbean country which has been influenced by Marxism is Guyana.
5. The name of the leader of Guyana influenced by Marxism is Cheddi Jagan.
China is experiencing rapid economic growth but faces challenges to its continued rise. The government faces issues with urbanization as the hukou system limits migration. An aging population is reducing the labor force and increasing pension costs. Heavy investment poses risks of overcapacity and debt. China's new generation of leaders in 2012 will likely maintain political control while granting some economic freedoms. Reforms are needed to transition to a consumption-led economy and address inequality, or turbulence could result.
Poverty Reduction Policies in Low Income Countriestutor2u
This revision presentation covers some of the main causes of continued high levels of extreme poverty in low and middle income countries and considers a range of pro-poor government interventions designed to increase productivity and regular employment and waged income in formal labour markets.
The document discusses several factors that can promote or hinder economic development in countries. It identifies indicators used to measure development, including economic factors like investment, infrastructure and productivity, as well as non-economic social indicators. Some factors that can hinder development are political fragmentation, unequal wealth distribution, natural disasters and a country's small size.
Human factors like life expectancy, infant mortality, poverty, education and technology access provide a good measure of a country's social development. Economic factors such as GDP, GNP, inflation, unemployment and economic structure also give insight into a country's economic strength. Both human and economic factors should be considered to get a well-rounded view of a country's overall development.
The least developed countries and Sustainable Development Goalsموحد مسعود
LDCs and Rural Transformation: from MDGs to SDGs
Agricultural productivity, Development of non-farm activities
The Gender Dimension, Transforming Rural Economies in the Post-2015 Era: A Policy Agenda
Development refers to improvements in a country's economic and social conditions through better management of natural and human resources to create wealth and improve lives. This includes improving a country's economy, politics, management of resources, tourism, and political ideologies. Sustainable development aims to advance quality of life through both economic growth and conservation of the environment. When resources are concentrated in few hands, it can lead to issues like low investment, unemployment, and corruption. However, resources like mining, agriculture and forestry have provided jobs in countries across the Caribbean. The lack of significant resources in some territories limits their development strategies and options.
This document discusses various demographic indicators and compares statistics between first, second, and third world countries. It defines indicators like fertility rate, mortality rate, population growth rate, migration rate, and discusses metrics for countries like Canada, China, and Pakistan. Fertility rates are declining in developed nations due to economic factors influencing family size. Mortality rates are falling globally due to improved healthcare. Population growth is highest in the third world due to sustained high fertility and declining mortality. Migration is influenced by various push-pull factors. Overall life expectancy and health outcomes are better in the first world compared to other nations.
Rostow's stages of growth model proposes that countries progress through five stages of development: traditional society, preconditions for take-off, take-off, drive to maturity, and high mass consumption. However, the model is criticized for being too simplistic and not accounting for necessary infrastructure and the efficiency of investment. Market-based models argue development is determined by free market forces, but fail to address problems of market failure, inequality, and lack of infrastructure. Dependency theory suggests international dominance and protectionism prevent poorer nations from developing, though it offers no solutions. Structural change models emphasize encouraging workers to shift from low-productivity agriculture to higher productivity industry, but labor reallocation is not always productive and wealth may not
This PPT present some method by which a developing country can achieve a tag of Developed Nation.
To Download this presentation, go to freelootforstudents.blogspot.com
Let's have a discussion about capitalism and socialism. This slideshare makes the case that what we need is more capitalism as it is the system that reduces poverty and actually delivers a better overall quality of life. Yes, there are improvements that can be made, but let's have that discussion before we make revolutionary changes that have not worked well in other places.
Bp working-for-few-political-capture-economic-inequalityanabenedito
The document discusses growing economic inequality around the world. It notes that almost half of the world's wealth is owned by just 1% of the population, while the bottom half owns less than 1% combined. Income inequality has increased in most countries over the past several decades. The concentration of wealth among few has negative impacts and poses serious risks. It can undermine democratic systems if wealthy interests dominate policymaking. The document calls for bold actions by governments and elites to reduce inequality through policies like progressive taxation, universal healthcare and education, living wages, and greater equality of opportunity.
The document discusses economic growth and development models. It provides an overview of Rostow's stages of growth model which outlines five stages that countries progress through: traditional society, preconditions for take-off, take-off, drive to maturity, and high mass consumption. Key factors that influence economic development are also examined, including natural resources, human resources, capital formation, technology, and socio-cultural factors. The application of Keynesian economic theory to developing countries is also considered.
There are large economic disparities between rich and poor countries globally. Countries measure development through metrics like Gross National Product, Gross Domestic Product, and Gross National Income, which quantify the total value of goods and services produced annually. However, these metrics do not account for regional variations within countries or informal economies. Various models have attempted to explain global economic development and disparities, including Rostow's stages of growth model and dependency theory, which argues that political and economic relationships limit development in poorer regions.
There is significant global inequality in the distribution of resources, with over 1 billion people living in absolute poverty according to UN criteria in 1999. Developing countries face numerous economic challenges including lack of access to safe water, sanitation, and primary education for many children. While there is wide diversity among developing countries, common problems include underdevelopment, unequal terms of international trade, structural economic issues, and debt burdens.
Economists determine a country's level of economic development using indicators like GNP, per capita income, industrialization, and social indicators. Development progresses through stages from hunting and gathering to pastoral/nomadic, agricultural, handicraft, and industrial. The Philippines saw development from a pre-Spanish agricultural economy to growth under American rule in agriculture and exports, then postwar reconstruction and development planning. Social indicators also reflect development levels.
1) The document discusses six major issues related to population growth and quality of life in developing countries, including whether rapid population growth will allow countries to improve living standards and expand education and healthcare.
2) It explains concepts like demographic transition, population growth rates, and drivers of population change over time. The global population has grown from 1 billion in the 1800s to over 7 billion currently.
3) Population growth is influenced by factors like birth rates, death rates, age structure, fertility rates, and income levels. Countries generally move from high birth/death rates to low birth/death rates as they develop.
This document summarizes opposing viewpoints on whether inequality matters for poverty reduction. It discusses the World Bank's perspective that inequality does not necessarily hinder poverty alleviation if economic growth occurs. However, Robert Wade and Simon Maxwell argue that inequality complicates anti-poverty efforts and should be reduced simultaneously with poverty. The author ultimately agrees with Wade and Maxwell, concluding that inequality and poverty are intertwined and comprehensive strategies are needed that incorporate both economic and human development factors to effectively reduce poverty and inequality.
Developed countries vs Developing countries EconomicsSazzad Hossain
This presentation discusses the key differences between developed and developing countries. Developed countries have very high industrial advancement, innovation-driven economies, and high human development index scores. Examples given are the United States, Japan, Germany, and France. Developing countries in contrast have less utilization of resources, lower per capita incomes and GDP, agriculture-dependent economies, and lower standards of living across education, healthcare, and life expectancy. Examples of developing countries provided are Mexico, Brazil, South Africa, and Thailand.
Economic growth measures the value of goods and services produced, but does not account for how wealth is distributed or impacts human welfare. Economic development aims to measure improvements in human welfare by considering factors like poverty, political freedoms, education access, and standard of living. However, defining and measuring progress and welfare can be subjective, as different societies may value different things. The Human Development Index attempts to quantify development across three dimensions of longevity, education, and income, but other metrics could provide additional context.
The document discusses how governments and society overemphasize economic indicators and development at the expense of human well-being and the environment. It argues that focusing solely on numbers like GDP, inflation, and economic growth promotes the capitalist prioritization of profits and wealth accumulation over other needs. This narrow worldview has led to rising inequality, environmental damage, and failure to address existential threats. The document calls for a broader perspective that considers social, psychological, and ecological factors in policy decisions, in order to create a society aimed at fulfilling higher human needs beyond mere material sustenance.
The document discusses economic growth, which can be defined as an increase in the output an economy produces over time or an increase in its productive potential as shown by an outward shift in its production possibility frontier (PPF). The PPF depicts maximum output possibilities given available resources. Economic growth occurs when an economy employs new technology, production methods, labor, raw materials or specialization through division of labor, leading to an outward PPF shift. Inward PPF shifts indicate reduced capacity from resource depletion, failure to invest, natural disasters or asymmetric growth between sectors. Factors influencing growth include social capital, technology, investment, health, education, productivity, population changes, trade and business environment policies. GDP and GNP per capita are measures
The High Cost of Gender Inequality in EarningsEmisor Digital
This document discusses a study that estimates the economic cost of gender inequality in earnings globally and regionally. Some key findings of the study include:
- Globally, gender inequality results in $160.2 trillion in lost human capital wealth, which is about twice global GDP. Human capital wealth could increase by 21.7% with gender equality in earnings.
- On a per capita basis, gender inequality leads to $23,620 in lost wealth globally due to lower lifetime earnings for women compared to men.
- The largest losses are in high-income countries due to higher overall wealth levels. In low-income countries, women account for a third or less of total human capital wealth.
- Investments throughout
The document discusses several theories that attempt to explain disparities in development levels between countries:
- Resource endowment theory suggests development depends on a country's natural and human resources. European development was aided by coal, iron, fertile land, and climate.
- Rostow's model proposes countries progress through the same linear stages of growth, but some fail to "take off" industrially.
- Dependency theory argues 500 years of European colonial exploitation of resources in Africa, Asia, and the Americas led to continued domination of rich over poor nations.
Here are the key health indicators and their definitions:
- Life expectancy: The average number of years a person is expected to live
- Infant mortality rate: The rate at which babies under one year of age die per 1,000 live births in a year
- Access to water supply: Availability of clean drinking water
- Access to sanitation facilities: Availability of proper sewage disposal and toilets
These indicators show the overall health conditions and healthcare development in a country.
This document summarizes key points from a lecture about world poverty, global justice, and human rights. It discusses official targets to reduce poverty, challenges their measures and definitions, and argues powerful countries are responsible for avoidable human rights deficits caused by the global institutional order.
"Population and Development: An Insightful Examination" is a comprehensive report by Group 2, aimed at exploring the significant aspects of population growth and its impact on socio-economic development.
The report begins with Arsel Boy P. Silva defining 'population' and highlighting the importance of understanding population dynamics for societal advancement and economic progress.
Kyrvie Nazs Garciano leads the next section, focusing on the trends of population growth in developed and developing nations. The segment explores the stark differences in population growth rates between these countries and the implications of these growth patterns on socio-economic development.
Rea Danlog takes the reins in the third section, discussing the global population growth trends. The segment offers insights into the demographic shifts over time and the causes behind the decelerating expansion of the world population.
The fourth section, led by Lanie Panilag, focuses on the concept of demographic transition. It elucidates the stages of demographic transition and investigates its impact on economic development and societal transformations.
Felicity Lumapas presents the penultimate section, delving into the debate on whether population growth impedes economic development. The segment provides a balanced overview of the arguments and explores the role of effective policies in managing population growth for economic development.
The final section, presented by Jacquiline Claros, discusses strategies for reducing fertility as a means to manage population growth. It explores various approaches, including education, healthcare improvements, and policy interventions, and discusses their implications for economic development and societal advancement.
The report concludes by emphasizing the complex relationship between population and development. It underscores the importance of effective population management strategies for sustainable economic growth and advocates for continued research in this critical area.
Development refers to improvements in a country's economic and social conditions through better management of natural and human resources to create wealth and improve lives. This includes improving a country's economy, politics, management of resources, tourism, and political ideologies. Sustainable development aims to advance quality of life through both economic growth and conservation of the environment. When resources are concentrated in few hands, it can lead to issues like low investment, unemployment, and corruption. However, resources like mining, agriculture and forestry have provided jobs in countries across the Caribbean. The lack of significant resources in some territories limits their development strategies and options.
This document discusses various demographic indicators and compares statistics between first, second, and third world countries. It defines indicators like fertility rate, mortality rate, population growth rate, migration rate, and discusses metrics for countries like Canada, China, and Pakistan. Fertility rates are declining in developed nations due to economic factors influencing family size. Mortality rates are falling globally due to improved healthcare. Population growth is highest in the third world due to sustained high fertility and declining mortality. Migration is influenced by various push-pull factors. Overall life expectancy and health outcomes are better in the first world compared to other nations.
Rostow's stages of growth model proposes that countries progress through five stages of development: traditional society, preconditions for take-off, take-off, drive to maturity, and high mass consumption. However, the model is criticized for being too simplistic and not accounting for necessary infrastructure and the efficiency of investment. Market-based models argue development is determined by free market forces, but fail to address problems of market failure, inequality, and lack of infrastructure. Dependency theory suggests international dominance and protectionism prevent poorer nations from developing, though it offers no solutions. Structural change models emphasize encouraging workers to shift from low-productivity agriculture to higher productivity industry, but labor reallocation is not always productive and wealth may not
This PPT present some method by which a developing country can achieve a tag of Developed Nation.
To Download this presentation, go to freelootforstudents.blogspot.com
Let's have a discussion about capitalism and socialism. This slideshare makes the case that what we need is more capitalism as it is the system that reduces poverty and actually delivers a better overall quality of life. Yes, there are improvements that can be made, but let's have that discussion before we make revolutionary changes that have not worked well in other places.
Bp working-for-few-political-capture-economic-inequalityanabenedito
The document discusses growing economic inequality around the world. It notes that almost half of the world's wealth is owned by just 1% of the population, while the bottom half owns less than 1% combined. Income inequality has increased in most countries over the past several decades. The concentration of wealth among few has negative impacts and poses serious risks. It can undermine democratic systems if wealthy interests dominate policymaking. The document calls for bold actions by governments and elites to reduce inequality through policies like progressive taxation, universal healthcare and education, living wages, and greater equality of opportunity.
The document discusses economic growth and development models. It provides an overview of Rostow's stages of growth model which outlines five stages that countries progress through: traditional society, preconditions for take-off, take-off, drive to maturity, and high mass consumption. Key factors that influence economic development are also examined, including natural resources, human resources, capital formation, technology, and socio-cultural factors. The application of Keynesian economic theory to developing countries is also considered.
There are large economic disparities between rich and poor countries globally. Countries measure development through metrics like Gross National Product, Gross Domestic Product, and Gross National Income, which quantify the total value of goods and services produced annually. However, these metrics do not account for regional variations within countries or informal economies. Various models have attempted to explain global economic development and disparities, including Rostow's stages of growth model and dependency theory, which argues that political and economic relationships limit development in poorer regions.
There is significant global inequality in the distribution of resources, with over 1 billion people living in absolute poverty according to UN criteria in 1999. Developing countries face numerous economic challenges including lack of access to safe water, sanitation, and primary education for many children. While there is wide diversity among developing countries, common problems include underdevelopment, unequal terms of international trade, structural economic issues, and debt burdens.
Economists determine a country's level of economic development using indicators like GNP, per capita income, industrialization, and social indicators. Development progresses through stages from hunting and gathering to pastoral/nomadic, agricultural, handicraft, and industrial. The Philippines saw development from a pre-Spanish agricultural economy to growth under American rule in agriculture and exports, then postwar reconstruction and development planning. Social indicators also reflect development levels.
1) The document discusses six major issues related to population growth and quality of life in developing countries, including whether rapid population growth will allow countries to improve living standards and expand education and healthcare.
2) It explains concepts like demographic transition, population growth rates, and drivers of population change over time. The global population has grown from 1 billion in the 1800s to over 7 billion currently.
3) Population growth is influenced by factors like birth rates, death rates, age structure, fertility rates, and income levels. Countries generally move from high birth/death rates to low birth/death rates as they develop.
This document summarizes opposing viewpoints on whether inequality matters for poverty reduction. It discusses the World Bank's perspective that inequality does not necessarily hinder poverty alleviation if economic growth occurs. However, Robert Wade and Simon Maxwell argue that inequality complicates anti-poverty efforts and should be reduced simultaneously with poverty. The author ultimately agrees with Wade and Maxwell, concluding that inequality and poverty are intertwined and comprehensive strategies are needed that incorporate both economic and human development factors to effectively reduce poverty and inequality.
Developed countries vs Developing countries EconomicsSazzad Hossain
This presentation discusses the key differences between developed and developing countries. Developed countries have very high industrial advancement, innovation-driven economies, and high human development index scores. Examples given are the United States, Japan, Germany, and France. Developing countries in contrast have less utilization of resources, lower per capita incomes and GDP, agriculture-dependent economies, and lower standards of living across education, healthcare, and life expectancy. Examples of developing countries provided are Mexico, Brazil, South Africa, and Thailand.
Economic growth measures the value of goods and services produced, but does not account for how wealth is distributed or impacts human welfare. Economic development aims to measure improvements in human welfare by considering factors like poverty, political freedoms, education access, and standard of living. However, defining and measuring progress and welfare can be subjective, as different societies may value different things. The Human Development Index attempts to quantify development across three dimensions of longevity, education, and income, but other metrics could provide additional context.
The document discusses how governments and society overemphasize economic indicators and development at the expense of human well-being and the environment. It argues that focusing solely on numbers like GDP, inflation, and economic growth promotes the capitalist prioritization of profits and wealth accumulation over other needs. This narrow worldview has led to rising inequality, environmental damage, and failure to address existential threats. The document calls for a broader perspective that considers social, psychological, and ecological factors in policy decisions, in order to create a society aimed at fulfilling higher human needs beyond mere material sustenance.
The document discusses economic growth, which can be defined as an increase in the output an economy produces over time or an increase in its productive potential as shown by an outward shift in its production possibility frontier (PPF). The PPF depicts maximum output possibilities given available resources. Economic growth occurs when an economy employs new technology, production methods, labor, raw materials or specialization through division of labor, leading to an outward PPF shift. Inward PPF shifts indicate reduced capacity from resource depletion, failure to invest, natural disasters or asymmetric growth between sectors. Factors influencing growth include social capital, technology, investment, health, education, productivity, population changes, trade and business environment policies. GDP and GNP per capita are measures
The High Cost of Gender Inequality in EarningsEmisor Digital
This document discusses a study that estimates the economic cost of gender inequality in earnings globally and regionally. Some key findings of the study include:
- Globally, gender inequality results in $160.2 trillion in lost human capital wealth, which is about twice global GDP. Human capital wealth could increase by 21.7% with gender equality in earnings.
- On a per capita basis, gender inequality leads to $23,620 in lost wealth globally due to lower lifetime earnings for women compared to men.
- The largest losses are in high-income countries due to higher overall wealth levels. In low-income countries, women account for a third or less of total human capital wealth.
- Investments throughout
The document discusses several theories that attempt to explain disparities in development levels between countries:
- Resource endowment theory suggests development depends on a country's natural and human resources. European development was aided by coal, iron, fertile land, and climate.
- Rostow's model proposes countries progress through the same linear stages of growth, but some fail to "take off" industrially.
- Dependency theory argues 500 years of European colonial exploitation of resources in Africa, Asia, and the Americas led to continued domination of rich over poor nations.
Here are the key health indicators and their definitions:
- Life expectancy: The average number of years a person is expected to live
- Infant mortality rate: The rate at which babies under one year of age die per 1,000 live births in a year
- Access to water supply: Availability of clean drinking water
- Access to sanitation facilities: Availability of proper sewage disposal and toilets
These indicators show the overall health conditions and healthcare development in a country.
This document summarizes key points from a lecture about world poverty, global justice, and human rights. It discusses official targets to reduce poverty, challenges their measures and definitions, and argues powerful countries are responsible for avoidable human rights deficits caused by the global institutional order.
"Population and Development: An Insightful Examination" is a comprehensive report by Group 2, aimed at exploring the significant aspects of population growth and its impact on socio-economic development.
The report begins with Arsel Boy P. Silva defining 'population' and highlighting the importance of understanding population dynamics for societal advancement and economic progress.
Kyrvie Nazs Garciano leads the next section, focusing on the trends of population growth in developed and developing nations. The segment explores the stark differences in population growth rates between these countries and the implications of these growth patterns on socio-economic development.
Rea Danlog takes the reins in the third section, discussing the global population growth trends. The segment offers insights into the demographic shifts over time and the causes behind the decelerating expansion of the world population.
The fourth section, led by Lanie Panilag, focuses on the concept of demographic transition. It elucidates the stages of demographic transition and investigates its impact on economic development and societal transformations.
Felicity Lumapas presents the penultimate section, delving into the debate on whether population growth impedes economic development. The segment provides a balanced overview of the arguments and explores the role of effective policies in managing population growth for economic development.
The final section, presented by Jacquiline Claros, discusses strategies for reducing fertility as a means to manage population growth. It explores various approaches, including education, healthcare improvements, and policy interventions, and discusses their implications for economic development and societal advancement.
The report concludes by emphasizing the complex relationship between population and development. It underscores the importance of effective population management strategies for sustainable economic growth and advocates for continued research in this critical area.
This document summarizes the evolution of Latin America from 1980 to 2012 and discusses regional economic outlook and policy challenges. Key points include:
1) Latin America has experienced rapid growth and transformation over the last three decades, reducing poverty and debt. However, challenges remain around building strong democracies, economic development, social gaps, and environmental sustainability.
2) The region can be characterized as having two policy paths - the ALBA group pursues anti-US, anti-trade policies while the democratic center pursues cooperation, trade, and long-term development.
3) After slowing in 2011-2012, the regional economy is expected to recover in 2013, led by Brazil, though challenges remain around strengthening
how small scale farmers can save the worldchris claes
The document discusses several questions around feeding the world sustainably and the role of small-scale family farming. It argues that family farming has advantages like environmental protection, job creation, and productivity when farmers have access to knowledge. However, globalization and market concentration have shifted power to large agri-corporations, squeezing small farmers. It calls for supporting small farmers through access to resources, markets, and price stability to boost food security and rural development. New approaches like agroecology that empower farmers are needed to overcome "business as usual" thinking and transition to more sustainable food systems.
Latin America an the Carabbean past and futureAlvaro Uribe V.
Latin America has experienced significant economic growth and transformation since 1980, with emerging markets accounting for a growing share of global GDP. While countries like Brazil, Colombia, Chile and Peru have adopted policies promoting investment, trade, fiscal responsibility and strong institutions, other countries in the region like Venezuela, Ecuador and Bolivia have weaker institutions, less political stability and pursue more interventionist policies, risking long-term development. Maintaining policies that ensure democratic governance, economic openness, and sustainable social programs will be key for Latin American countries to continue their participation in the emerging markets boom.
1. The document discusses how policies can dramatically impact the development of emerging markets, using Latin America as a case study.
2. It outlines two main policy paths in Latin America - the ALBA model of Venezuela, Ecuador, Bolivia, Nicaragua and Cuba, which is anti-US, anti-free trade and lacks investment confidence; and the modern democratic center countries that cooperate with the US, support free trade and have greater political stability.
3. The democratic center countries leading investment and growth are Mexico, Brazil, Chile, Colombia and Peru. The document analyzes some of the main policy challenges still facing countries in the region like improving education and social programs in Peru, and restoring fiscal credibility in Argentina
Global poverty remains a significant challenge, with over 1 billion people living on less than $1.25 per day according to recent UN estimates. The UN Millennium Development Goals aimed to reduce extreme poverty by half by 2015, but progress has stalled due to the global financial crisis and food insecurity issues. Achieving the MDGs will require increased funding from developed nations, sustainable economic growth in developing regions, and coordinated international efforts to address issues like climate change and pandemic diseases. While the goals may now be difficult to meet by the 2015 deadline, with commitment and action poverty can still be significantly reduced on a global scale.
Colombia and latin america - The next challengesAlvaro Uribe V.
This document discusses trends that will shape Latin America's future and analyzes the economic outlook for the region in 2013. Some key trends include the rise of the global middle class, emerging powers like China surpassing Western economies, increasing pressure on natural resources, and changing demographics. The document contrasts the more successful socio-economic models of countries like Brazil, Colombia, and Mexico that embrace liberal democracy, free trade, and investment versus the weaker ALBA bloc model of Venezuela, Ecuador, and Bolivia. It concludes by predicting GDP growth rates for countries like Argentina, Brazil, and Chile in 2013, with Brazil expected to be the main driver of growth in the region.
STEPS Annual Lecture 2017: Achim Steiner - Doomed to fail or bound to succeed...STEPS Centre
Achim Steiner, incoming UNDP director, gave the STEPS Annual lecture at the University of Sussex on 15 May 2017. Find out more: https://steps-centre.org/event/steps-annual-lecture-achim-steiner/
Prout e a Economia Descentralizada - Colin WhitelawPROUTugal
This document summarizes the economic model of Prout, which advocates for decentralized economic development through regional self-reliance, democratic control of production, and limiting wealth disparity. Key aspects of the Prout model include self-reliant socio-economic zones capable of meeting local needs, cooperatively or government owned "middle" industries, small private enterprises, and local economic planning prioritizing community needs over profit. The goal is to create global economic prosperity through balanced regional development without exploitation and with equitable distribution of wealth.
Socially Sustainable Development - Beyond Economic GrowthUNDP Policy Centre
The document discusses socially sustainable development and inclusive growth. It defines inclusive growth as both an outcome and a process that ensures everyone can participate in and benefit from economic growth. It situates inclusion in the development discourse and discusses how inclusion is guaranteed through rights. The document also discusses key issues in the global development agenda, including the evolution of concepts around sustainable development and green economy. It analyzes interactions between food, energy and water security, and outlines some structural issues and risks around food production globally and in different regions.
The Global Economy, Emerging Markets and Geopolitical Risk: Where We Are and ...Alvaro Uribe V.
The document discusses the emerging markets revolution and its implications. It notes that emerging economies now account for close to half of global GDP, up from 33% in 1980. By 2050, 19 of the top 30 economies will be emerging countries. The growth of emerging markets is driving increased global demand for resources. Latin America is well-positioned due to its natural resources and population, though it faces challenges in maintaining economic growth, reducing inequality, and ensuring environmental sustainability. Colombia in particular has transformed through strengthening democracy, fiscal prudence, and private sector development.
Public Private Partnerships, Latin America and Colombia’s current challengesAlvaro Uribe V.
Outline:
1. The current global context
2. Latin America in a multi-polar world
3.PPP’s for a new regional era
4. Types of PPP’s
5. Latin America between two models
6. Colombia Current Challenges
FInance For Development : Final Projectmuktadirmahin
In this Power Point Presentation I have tried to give an idea about the Sustainable Development Of Goals and the impact of the International Official finance on developing countries ; Importance of PPP for the future developments and about the Climate change. All information has been taken from WBI MOOC resources. Thank you.
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The document discusses the evolution of Latin America between 1980-2012 and the current context of emerging markets. It outlines two main policy paths in Latin America - the ALBA model of Venezuela, Ecuador, Bolivia, Nicaragua and Cuba which is anti-US, anti-free trade and lacks investment confidence, and the democratic center countries like Brazil, Colombia, Peru and Chile that cooperate with the US, support free trade and have stronger institutions and political stability. It then focuses on lessons from Colombia's experience where a decade ago it had high violence and low growth, but implemented policies like confidence, communitary state policies, and support for private initiative and financial inclusion to transform its economy and society.
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1) Most of the world's population still lives in rural areas, though populations are shifting to urban centers, especially in Asia and Latin America.
2) Rural populations face risks like illness, food insecurity, land and water competition, and effects of climate change.
3) Smallholder agriculture remains important for rural livelihoods and can provide a path out of poverty, though not for all. Productive, profitable, and sustainable smallholder systems are needed.
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5. Economists:
Increase rate of productivity
-- Utilization of better technology
“Economic growth combined with technological progress
could mean our energy sources are provided by renewable
energy.”
6. Population - increasing in a declining rate
Maintenance of their economic growth
--Innovative ideas
Increase of competitiveness
Support of small and medium enterprises
“In United States two thirds of the 40 million jobs created
over the last 30 years are made by such companies”
7. Population – very high rate of human population
(consist 80% of the global population)
--20% of the world's economies - Countries not developed
economically
Exception:
China -- experiencing high economic growth and a process
of reforms over the past decades.
--Has opened its market to the global economy.
8. Sustain of their economic growth
Education of its workers
Provision of an institutional framework
Political stability & government effectiveness
o control corruption
o quality regulations
o proper laws
o population growth
Trade in a global scale
9. • Main Differences
Rich nations Poor nations
Population (billions) 1 2.3
GDP per capita 30,000 2,100
Human Development Index High Low
Annual population growth rate (%): 1996-2004 0.8 2.4
Annual growth rate of GDP per capita (%): 1966- 2004 2.4 1.8
Total fertility rate (TFR) 1.8 3.7
Adult literacy (%) > 95 58
(female litereacy) (%) (> 95) ( 48 )
Index of government corruption Low High
Life expectancy at birth (years) 78 58
Under 5 mortality (per 1000) 7 120
Rural population (% of total population) 10 70
Agriculture's share in GDP (%) 5 25
Source: World Bank
Table 1: Various economic and
demographic metrics for rich and poor
nations.
10. Prevention of overexploitation of land, oceans & ground
water
Utilization of more energy sources
Development of sustainable cities
Mitigate the impact of natural and man-made disasters
11. The comprehension of severity of the problem
called growth of world population is very significant
as assist in finding out new methods of sustaining
the economic growth. Everyone should understand
that population growth is a serious problem that
should be solved by the utilization of the
appropriate methods, sustaining economic growth.
Editor's Notes
A reason for the increased demand of people is the exponential growth of the world's human population as shown in the diagram below. As more of the developing world becomes more industrialized, the more energy humans will need.