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IAF Editorials: Development

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Africa at a Crossroads: Will China’s Investment Lead to Economic Development?
Africa at a Crossroads: Will China’s Investment Lead to Economic Development?
As China deepens its ties with Africa, the continent faces a defining moment. By Michael Roach. (10/15/2024) Read More...


Détente or Decoupling: The Realpolitik of India-China Trade and Investment
Détente or Decoupling: The Realpolitik of India-China Trade and Investment
Author explores the evolving economic relationship between India and China, particularly in light of India's potential easing of Foreign Direct Investment restrictions for select Chinese investors. By... Read More...


Mainstream Development May Not Be One-Size-Fits-All
Mainstream Development May Not Be One-Size-Fits-All

There's more to consider than a Western-only view of development.  By Dilek Nadeem Ghouri. (01/23/2023)

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The Influence of Global Institions on Pakistan
The Influence of Global Institions on Pakistan

Author argues global institutions have hampered Pakistan's efforts to develop effective policies.  By Sikander Ali. (12/30/2022)

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International Impotence: Why the UNDP’s “Uncertainty Complex” Misses the Mark
International Impotence: Why the UNDP’s “Uncertainty Complex” Misses the Mark

UNDP’s “Uncertainty Complex”: what's gone wrong? By Brian Johnson. (11/11/2022)

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A consequential election for global food security: IFAD’s Presidential Elections
A consequential election for global food security: IFAD’s Presidential Elections

Author examines the strong roster of IFAD Presidential candidates, pointing to Raychelle Omamo as the best choice. By Mumukshu Patel. (06/16/2022)

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Build Back Better World (B3W): A Tool for Checking Chinese Influence in Latin America
Build Back Better World (B3W): A Tool for Checking Chinese Influence in Latin America

The new Build Back Better World (B3W) initiative by the G7 is more advantageous than the Belt and Road Initiative in Latin America and the Caribbean. By James McKenna. (12/27/2021)

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Mega Economies of Tomorrow: Indonesia’s Way Up
Mega Economies of Tomorrow: Indonesia’s Way Up

Challenges and prospects for Indonesia's growth.  By Dharendra Wardhana. (04/30/2019)

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America’s opportunity to show solidarity (in action) with Sri Lanka
America’s opportunity to show solidarity (in action) with Sri Lanka

The Board of the Millennium Challenge Corporation (MCC) will review a proposed $480 million compact with Sri Lanka this week.  Supporting it will show solidrity in the wake of the recent terro... Read More...



Ending Aid Dependency
Ending Aid Dependency

Aid dependency is stifling sustainable development. By Julia Filan. (12/26/2018)

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Foreign Aid: 8 Bucks or 80 Cents a Benjamin?
Foreign Aid: 8 Bucks or 80 Cents a Benjamin?

What are the real numbers for US foreign aid and what do they mean? By Mitali Patel. (11/20/2017)

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Will BRICS Build the New Syria?
Will BRICS Build the New Syria?

Will BRICS be the funding source for reconstructing Syria? By Elio Azar. (08/25/2017)

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Scramble for Africa: China's Intervention into Africa
Scramble for Africa: China's Intervention into Africa

What are the impacts of China's economic interests in Africa ? By Brad Settelmeyer, (08/03/2017)

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The New Frontiers of National Defense
The New Frontiers of National Defense

How can African countries tackle the security challenges posed by cyber-attacks and pandemics? By Lewi Negede Lewi. (08/01/2017)

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Countering the Narrative of Political Corruption as an Obstacle to Nigeria’s Economic Development
Countering the Narrative of Political Corruption as an Obstacle to Nigeria’s Economic Development

The major challenge to Nigeria’s development is not political corruption but a lack of direction. By Chambers Umezulike. (06/22/2017)

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Better Yielding, Better Living: Sustainable Agricultural Productivity in the 2030 agenda

Food production must be doubled to feed a global population of nine billion by 2050. Author presents efforts needed to meet that goal. By Mumukshu Patel. (10/07/2015)

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Somalia: Under the Tutelage of Ghost-lords
Somalia: Under the Tutelage of Ghost-lords
Author examines the influence of external 'Ghost-lords' on Somalia. By Abukar Arman (01/09/12). Read More...


The Poster Child of whom: Washington or Beijing Consensus
The Poster Child of whom: Washington or Beijing Consensus
Author explores Vietnam's development and whether its pattern of sustained growth is similar to that of China. By Nima Khorrami Assl. (06/13/2011) Read More...


Rethinking the ‘Long War’ in Afghanistan: Response
Rethinking the ‘Long War’ in Afghanistan: Response
M. Ashraf Haidari responds to New York Times editorial that is optimistic about progress in Afghanistan. By M. Ashraf Haidari. (02/27/2011) Read More...


Why Africa is the Next Destination
Why Africa is the Next Destination
Author provides positive analysis for African development and proposes changes that must be made as well. By Eugene Nyambal. (11/04/2010) Read More...


Two End States in Afghanistan: Somalia of Asia or the Turkey of the East
Two End States in Afghanistan: Somalia of Asia or the Turkey of the East
Author presents analysis of current situation in Afghanistan and asks which direction policies will steer the country toward. By Davood Moradian. (10/18/2010) Read More...


Revitalization of the Agriculture Sector Key to Winning the Peace in Afghanistan
Revitalization of the Agriculture Sector Key to Winning the Peace in Afghanistan
Mohammad Asif Rahimi, Afghanistan’s Minister of Agriculture, Irrigation & Livestock, discusses the Afghan elections and argues that a developed agriculture sector can lead to peace and prosperity. By... Read More...


Cuts to ODA worry Japanese officials
Cuts to ODA worry Japanese officials
Author discusses the implications of recent cuts in Japan's official development assistance for the country's diplomacy. This article originally appeared in World Politics Review. By Jason Miks (04/14... Read More...


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Transforming the Aid Environment
Author discusses the concept and purposes of provided aid and offers a solution to transform the aid environment By Thorsteinn H. Gestsson. (09/21/2007) Read More...


Fifa has to call Zimbabwe’s bluff
Fifa has to call Zimbabwe’s bluff
Zimbabwe’s tourist authority wants “to ensure benefits from the hosting of the World Cup by South Africa”. Fifa already pledges assistance for upgrading sports stadiums to that end. Maybe they should ... Read More...


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Stuck in a Struggle
Author writes that the lack of economic and social progress is bound to undermine government authority in Afghanistan. By Haroun Mir. (6/22/2006) Read More...


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Wasted Energy
The authors poke at the European 'Energy Summit' and discuss possibilities for Energy diversification in Europe. By George A. Pieler and Jens F. Laurson (first published on Tech Central Station, 04/10... Read More...




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