London Calling

What reforms need to be made to the global political and economic order to promote global equality and intergenerational equity? Do intellectuals and policymakers from the ‘South’ or ‘Third World’ advance perspectives on the changes necessary to advance these principles that are fundamentally different or even at odds with the views that empowered development elites from the rich countries articulate? If so, what are the specific points of divergence and the barriers to the advancement of ‘Southern’ perspectives? How can Southerners realize their visions for change?

This weekend, The North-South Institute is holding a conference at Wilton Park, GB that aims to address these questions in great detail. The participation of several dozen high level people in the development business ensures that this will be an intellectually stimulating and enriching event. I am writing a report on the proceedings and look forward to sharing my more informal thoughts here. En route to another wonderful and challenging learning experience....

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Pictured (l to r): Wilton Park's Roger Williamson, Professor Samuel Wangwe, Richard Manning, Chair of the Organization for Economic Cooperation and Development's (OECD's) Development Assistance Committee, and Dr. Alejandro Bendaña. The Southern Perspectives Wilton Park Conference Report is now available on The North-South Institute website.