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Climate Watch
It is now become clear that, for poor people, climate change adaptation approaches based on local knowledge and strategies are bound to be more successful ...
Thu, 11 Mar 2010 01:45:39 GMT
Maintaining ocean ecosystems for reducing climate change
While the reduction of emissions are currently at the center of climate change discussions, the critical role of the oceans and ocean ecosystems has been ...
Mon, 18 Jan 2010 12:08:57 GMT
Managing Africa's water in a changing climate
Nearly one-third of all water-related disasters occur in Africa. The second issue of Joto Afrika considers the relationship between climate change, ...
Fri, 11 Dec 2009 14:59:02 GMT
Urgent need for climate change adaptation measures in Arab countries
Although greenhouse gas emissions from the Arab world amount to 4.2% of global emissions, the impact of climate change on the fragile environment of ...
Tue, 08 Dec 2009 12:38:28 GMT
Involving the elderly in climate change policy making
Climate change and an ageing population bring together two key policy challenges which need to be addressed to ensure a safe, secure, equitable and sustainable ...
Thu, 26 Nov 2009 14:58:23 GMT
Paying for protection of the global ecosystem.
Tropical deforestation and forest degradation contributes to global greenhouse gas emissions. Reducing emissions from deforestation and forest degradation ...
Fri, 30 Oct 2009 12:24:08 GMT
Telecommunications are a powerful tool for positive change
This report, published by the UN Foundation, examines real life examples of and trends in wireless technology solutions being used to drive change in ...
Thu, 10 Sep 2009 18:14:48 GMT
How can environmental change impact energy generation?
Energy generation, extraction, refining, processing and distribution require a multifaceted global infrastructure. However, much of that infrastructure ...
Thu, 17 Sep 2009 14:54:57 GMT
Ensuring human security can lead to better opportunities for human development in the Arab world
This report examines human development in the Arab world through a human security lens, calling on policymakers and other stakeholders to move away ...
Thu, 13 Aug 2009 12:12:40 GMT
Are rights-based approaches the way forward for conservation?
The links between the realisation of human rights and the conservation of natural resources and biodiversity are receiving increasing attention worldwide. ...
Mon, 17 Aug 2009 12:55:15 GMT
Climate change could fuel further conflict in the Middle East
Climate models are predicting a hotter, drier and less predictable climate in the Middle East, a region already considered the world's most water-scarce ...
Mon, 17 Aug 2009 12:55:03 GMT
Migration, climate change and environment
Environmental factors have long had an impact on global migration flows. Although there is limited reliable data on the subject, the scale of such ...
Mon, 13 Jul 2009 11:03:57 GMT
This paper tries to identify possible ways and means of addressing appropriate climate change and environmental concerns in existing Norwegian programmes ...
Tue, 23 Jun 2009 16:39:36 GMT
A guide to climate change for indigenous peoples
This manual has been written to empower indigenous peoples to participate more effectively in shaping relevant policies and actions taken to address ...
Mon, 01 Jun 2009 14:50:03 GMT
Guiding principles for including climate adaptation in poverty reduction efforts
This report aims to contribute to the increased understanding of how to integrate climate change adaptation in poverty reduction projects and programs ...
Wed, 27 May 2009 15:04:29 GMT
Can energy efficient technologies reduce green house gas emissions?
This paper discusses the potential contribution of industrial energy-efficiency technologies and policies to reduce energy use and greenhouse gas emissions ...
Mon, 18 May 2009 14:23:12 GMT
Will reducing emissions influence climate change?
This paper summarises a study undertaken by the Indonesian Forest Climate Alliance (IFCA) to support Indonesian stakeholders to participate in global ...
Wed, 20 May 2009 12:26:39 GMT
Is water adaptation planning effective?
The Report looks at water adaptation aspects in ongoing processes of formulating and implementing National Adaptation Programmes of Action – NAPAs. ...
Fri, 28 Aug 2009 13:07:56 GMT
The business case for high-biodiversity REDD projects
This report explores whether there is a business case for high-biodiversity REDD projects and schemes and how such a business case could be created or ...
Thu, 09 Jul 2009 14:58:31 GMT
Importance of wetlands in relation to climate change
This paper summarises the importance of wetlands in relation to climate change and eaxmines their potential role in the measures for Reducing Emissions ...
Fri, 08 May 2009 10:12:11 GMT
Comprehensive policy options addressing global challenges
This report investigates the role of agriculture in addressing global challenges related to climate, water and food. Based on three international events ...
Mon, 27 Apr 2009 16:02:50 GMT
Costs and benefits of renewable electricity in South Africa
This paper models the costs and benefits of setting a target of generating 15% of South Africa's electricity from renewable sources by 2020. The ...
Thu, 16 Apr 2009 11:18:22 GMT
Climate change and african agriculture: a Ricardian analysis
This paper examines the impact of climate change on cropland in Africa using a ricardian cross-sectional approach. Relying on farm data from an 11-country ...
Wed, 22 Apr 2009 14:31:20 GMT
Analysing the food crisis: key ways of improving food security
This report provides the first summary by the UN of how climate change, water stress, invasive pests and land degradation may impact world food ...
Wed, 04 Mar 2009 11:30:03 GMT
Arab perspectives on sustainability
The absence of a unified Arab perspective towards the sustainability approach and a lack of local capacity to generate a knowledge body which can contribute ...
Mon, 09 Feb 2009 10:51:41 GMT
Contributing to high carbon rural development in the humid tropics
Large areas of the humid tropics are like mosaics, combining features of forests and agriculture and housing hundreds of millions of people. Land uses ...
Tue, 20 Jan 2009 18:57:21 GMT
Drivers of change behind illegal logging
This report provides an overview of the issues, root causes, and driving forces behind the crimes related to illegal logging. The report includes ...
Tue, 20 Jan 2009 18:31:49 GMT
The role of ICT in developing a low carbon economy
Information and Communication Technologies (ICT) has increased productivity and supported economic growth across the globe. But what impact does ...
Mon, 19 Jan 2009 16:35:19 GMT
Improving land and water management
Following from the Comprehensive Assessment of Water Management in Agriculture project, this book examines the relationships and linkages between land ...
Tue, 09 Dec 2008 11:26:47 GMT
A comprehensive look at the state of the environment in the Arab world
The state of the Arab environment stands at a pivotal juncture with numerous environmental problems both current and imminently threatening the region. ...
Wed, 03 Dec 2008 11:57:03 GMT
Eldis Climate Change [eldis.org]
It is now become clear that, for poor people, climate change adaptation approaches based on local knowledge and strategies are bound to be more successful ...
Thu, 11 Mar 2010 01:45:51 GMT
Water politics and development cooperation
The key challenge in the water sector is not a lack of water, knowledge, financial resources or technology. In general, it is the political sphere that ...
Wed, 10 Feb 2010 15:48:46 GMT
Can improved sanitation make children healthier?
Some 250,000 Ethiopian children die each year from poor sanitation, hygiene and water. Ethiopia has ambitious plans to ensure universal access to pit ...
Thu, 11 Mar 2010 01:45:51 GMT
What might REDD+ at the national level look like?
More than 40 countries are developing national REDD+ strategies and policies, and hundreds of REDD+ projects have been initiated across the tropics. This ...
Thu, 11 Feb 2010 14:36:10 GMT
Implementing REDD in Tanzania and Uganda
This paper examines whether reduced emissions from forests – from deforestation and forest degradation (the REDD project) - should be included ...
Mon, 01 Feb 2010 12:36:16 GMT
Review of the Phase II proposal for Community Markets for Conservation Programme in Zambia
This paper reviews the proposal for a Phase II of the Community Markets for Conservation Programme (COMACO) in Zambia. The programme is seen as a tool ...
Mon, 01 Feb 2010 12:45:31 GMT
Maintaining ocean ecosystems for reducing climate change
While the reduction of emissions are currently at the center of climate change discussions, the critical role of the oceans and ocean ecosystems has been ...
Mon, 18 Jan 2010 12:08:57 GMT
How can the environment be protected during armed conflict?
This report seeks to identify gaps and weaknesses in the current international legal framework for protecting the environment during armed conflict. ...
Thu, 21 Jan 2010 11:03:36 GMT
This FAO report aims to provide an accurate status of rural water resources management, with a special focus on irrigation, highlighting ...
Thu, 11 Mar 2010 01:45:51 GMT
Managing Africa's water in a changing climate
Nearly one-third of all water-related disasters occur in Africa. The second issue of Joto Afrika considers the relationship between climate change, ...
Fri, 11 Dec 2009 14:59:02 GMT
Urgent need for climate change adaptation measures in Arab countries
Although greenhouse gas emissions from the Arab world amount to 4.2% of global emissions, the impact of climate change on the fragile environment of ...
Tue, 08 Dec 2009 12:38:28 GMT
Water shortages for Palestinians result from discriminatory policies and practices
Lack of access to adequate, safe and clean water has been a longstanding problem for the Palestinian population of the Occupied Palestinian Territories ...
Thu, 10 Dec 2009 16:00:12 GMT
Balancing rural livelihoods, urban consumption and conservation key to controlling bushmeat hunting
Bushmeat hunting is thought to be becoming increasingly unsustainable in west and central Africa, but true assessment of sustainability and consequently ...
Wed, 18 Nov 2009 14:29:06 GMT
The environmental movement in Zambia
This report presents the findings of an overview of the environmental movement in Zambia. The paper indicates that Zambia is mainly a primary commodity ...
Tue, 22 Dec 2009 10:39:34 GMT
Environmental NGOs in Sri Lanka
This paper examines the role of environmental NGOs in Sri Lanka in addressing environmental concerns in the country. The focus of the paper is mainly ...
Tue, 22 Dec 2009 12:21:53 GMT
Trends and activities of environmental organisations in Nepal
Nepal faces myriads of environmental challenges as the country steadily industrialised and urbanised these challenges continue to grow both in size and ...
Tue, 22 Dec 2009 12:26:15 GMT
Directions for pro-poor forestry in Kyrgyzstan and surrounding Central Asian countries
Though forests occupy a relatively small proportion of West and Central Asia, they have historically been important to the people living in and around ...
Thu, 11 Mar 2010 01:45:51 GMT
Involving the elderly in climate change policy making
Climate change and an ageing population bring together two key policy challenges which need to be addressed to ensure a safe, secure, equitable and sustainable ...
Thu, 26 Nov 2009 14:58:23 GMT
Obstacles to the implementation of environmental policies in Malawi
This paper examines the obstacles that face the implementation of environmental policies in Malawi. The It presents some recommendations in order to advance ...
Thu, 12 Nov 2009 08:57:20 GMT
Progress and challenges of environmental organisations in Ethiopia
This report deals with the progress of environmental organisations in Ethiopia, and the difficulties they face. The paper deems that with consistent efforts, ...
Thu, 12 Nov 2009 09:07:42 GMT
Creating political space for local communities to engage with policy makers
The Environmental Movement in the South (EMiS) vision is to contribute to sustainable development through strengthening southern environmental organisations' ...
Thu, 12 Nov 2009 09:15:40 GMT
Effective advocacy tools for environmental campaigns
This report covers a three day environmental advocacy workshop in Kenya, which aimed to empower organisations and individuals for environmental policy ...
Mon, 18 Jan 2010 12:27:16 GMT
Paying for protection of the global ecosystem.
Tropical deforestation and forest degradation contributes to global greenhouse gas emissions. Reducing emissions from deforestation and forest degradation ...
Fri, 30 Oct 2009 12:24:08 GMT
Improving the ability of small-scale fisheries in the developing world
Diagnosis and adaptive management can help improve the ability of small-scale fisheries (SSF) in the developing world. This paper presents a framework ...
Fri, 30 Oct 2009 14:43:14 GMT
Is it feasible to model water quality and quantity management?
Water management in the Pirapama River Basin in northeastern Brazil is affected by both water quantity and water quality constraints. The region is known ...
Fri, 23 Oct 2009 12:50:02 GMT
The integration of environmental, social and governance issues into institutional investment
This report is about identifying future challenges within the financial system in order to reduce further crises like the Natural Resources Crisis. ...
Fri, 23 Oct 2009 16:13:20 GMT
Reforming wildlife governance through non-governmental actors
This brief looks at the role corruption plays in structuring wildlife governance systems in Africa by comparing the differing governance structures ...
Thu, 29 Oct 2009 12:07:51 GMT
Survival in an unplanned urban fishing wetland in Tanzania
This report is a case study of Bonde la Mpunga, a wetland in Dar es Salaam which was formerly used for rice growing. It is an area abundant in natural ...
Fri, 30 Oct 2009 15:20:12 GMT
Home gardens and biodiversity in Oaxaca, Mexico
The home garden is an integral part of smallholders' production strategies. This paper investigates how home gardens are integrated into local farming ...
Thu, 11 Mar 2010 01:45:52 GMT
Environmental goods collection and children's schooling: evidence from Kenya
This study examines the link between environmental goods collection and children's schooling in Kenya. It proposes that, as resources becomes more ...
Tue, 13 Oct 2009 10:23:07 GMT
Eldis Biodiversity [eldis.org]
The Water Challenge: OECD's Response
Water is vital for human and economic development, and for maintaining ecosystems. Poor governance and inadequate investment, however, are resulting in large populations not having access to the water services they need.
Wed Feb 24 00:00:00 CET 2010
OECD Global Forum on Environment: Sustainable Materials Management, Mechelen, Belgium
Making sure that materials are managed sustainably and used efficiently through their life-cycle is vital to economic growth, environmental quality and sustainable development. A shift from “end-of-life” thinking towards a more integrated life-cycle approach is urgently needed and will be discussed at the OECD Global Forum on Environment in October 2010 in Belgium: OECD and non-OECD governments as well as all actors in the materials life-cycle (i.e. business, NGOs, consumers) will meet to discuss coherent policy approaches for Sustainable Materials Management (SMM).
Fri Feb 19 17:49:44 CET 2010
The Road to Mexico: Strategies and Vehicles for successful climate change negotiations 2010
After the Copenhagen Accord, the world needs to find an ambitious and legally-binding global agreement on climate change in Mexico, said Mr Gurría during a workshop on climate change organised by the European Union. He added that the EU should continue to play a leading role for the negotiations.
Wed Feb 03 00:00:00 CET 2010
OECD Agriculture Ministerial Meeting
Ministers from OECD member countries and key emerging economies met in Paris on 25-26 February to identify action in response to challenges and opportunities facing the food and agriculture sector, such as food security, sustainable development, climate change and water use.
Mon Mar 01 15:45:11 CET 2010
Globalisation, Transport and the Environment (2010)
This new publication looks in detail at how globalisation affects activity levels in maritime shipping, aviation, and road and rail freight; assesses the impact that changes in activity levels have on the environment; and discusses policy instruments that can be used to address negative environmental impacts.
Wed Jan 20 12:00:00 CET 2010
OECD Secretary-General looks beyond Copenhagen
“Though far from perfect, the Copenhagen Accord is a hard-fought political agreement. With most countries likely to sign, it is a breakthrough towards collective international action to limit global emissions and help build cleaner, more resilient economies”, said OECD Secretary-General Angel Gurría.
Wed Dec 23 00:00:00 CET 2009
Tackling climate change and growing the economy
During a press briefing at the Copenhaguen summit, Angel Gurría, OECD Secretary General, shared OECD recent analysis and the main policy conclusions on climate change. He presented what needs to be done in terms of reducing greenhouse gas emissions and how investment in a greener future can be financed without impacting the competitiveness of our economies.
Thu Dec 17 00:00:00 CET 2009
Cities matter to the global climate policy agenda
Today, the OECD is actively working with governments to highlight the role of cities to deliver cost-effective policy responses to climate change. Cities are centers of innovation and can advance clean energy systems, sustainable transportation and waste management to reduce greenhouse gases.
Thu Dec 17 00:00:00 CET 2009
A new paradigm is needed to ensure that countries take better advantage of the large potential benefits that can accompany the move towards greener economies. Countries still do not take full account of the costs of inaction on environmental challenges such as climate change, air and water pollution and inefficient use of energy and resources. Such costs of inaction can be considerable, especially for developing countries whose economies rely more heavily on natural resources and where climate change is expected to hit hardest.
Thu Feb 25 00:00:00 CET 2010
OECD Environment [oecd.org]
Are new biofuels the ethical answer?
New biofuels offer a sustainable source of energy but we must consider the ethical and social implications, say Joyce Tait and Banji Oyelaran-Oyeyinka.
2010-03-10T00:00:00-00:00
The Challenges -- and Future -- of REDD
The year 2010 is a crucial year for forests. In March, major donor countries and forest-rich countries will meet in Paris, Nairobi and Manila, each grappling with the same question: How can efforts to reduce deforestation also help tackle climate change? Their decisions, and those following in the next six to 12 months, could channel substantial amounts of money to protect forests.
2010-03-10T00:00:00-00:00
New Enviance Software Starts Counting GHGs in 60 Days or Less
Carbon management software firm Enviance unveiled a new product Tuesday to help companies comply with the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s greenhouse gas reporting rules.
2010-03-10T00:00:00-00:00
Prehistoric response to global warming informs human planning today
Since 2004, University at Buffalo anthropologist Ezra Zubrow has worked intensively with teams of scientists in the Arctic regions of St. James Bay, Quebec, northern Finland and Kamchatka to understand how humans living 4,000 to 6,000 years ago reacted to climate changes.
2010-03-10T00:00:00-00:00
Obama pushes climate change in White House meeting
WASHINGTON (Reuters) - President Barack Obama, weighing in on the Senate's efforts to pass a climate change bill, gathered Republican and Democratic lawmakers on Tuesday to try to jumpstart an overhaul of U.S. energy policy.
2010-03-09T00:00:00-00:00
Egypt's Mediterranean coast protected in reserve
CAIRO (Reuters) - Egypt wants visitors to discover its Mediterranean coast at a marine reserve being established near the border with Libya, the government said Tuesday.
2010-03-09T00:00:00-00:00
German fishing boat flies giant kite to save fuel
IJMUIDEN, Netherlands (Reuters) - Germany's largest fishing vessel will leave the Netherlands this week, towed by a giant kite harnessing trade winds for South America that will help cut its fuel consumption by up to a third.
2010-03-09T00:00:00-00:00
Obama wants climate bill passed this year: Senator
WASHINGTON (Reuters) - U.S. President Barack Obama still wants Congress to pass a climate bill this year, Republican Senator Susan Collins told reporters on Tuesday after meeting with the president.
2010-03-09T00:00:00-00:00
Greening the Workhorses of American Fleets
Medium-duty trucks, a mainstay for American fleets, produce more than 80 million metric tons of carbon dioxide annually. Environmental Defense Fund and PHH Arval are now offering fleet managers a framework for reducing emissions from the vehicles.
2010-03-09T00:00:00-00:00
eBay Sells 'Green' Used Goods with Rainforest Reward
eBay made a big push Monday to get consumers to commit to using products over new ones with the launch of a new green shopping website. The company will reward the first 250,000 people who make the reuse pledge with a donation toward the protection of an acre of rainforest.
2010-03-09T00:00:00-00:00
'Outsourcing' Emissions Hides Countries' True Carbon Footprints
Around a third of industrialized countries carbon emissions are exported to developing nations.
2010-03-09T00:00:00-00:00
Greenhouse Gas Management for Medium-Duty Truck Fleets
This white paper from Environmental Defense Fund and fleet management company PHH Arval lays out strategies for reducing emissions from medium-duty trucks, which are responsible for more than 80 million metric tons of carbon dioxide annually.
2010-03-09T00:00:00-00:00
With increasing emphasis being placed on low carbon and sustainable farming, our Rural Affairs Correspondent, Martin Cassidy, looks at the future of agriculture in Northern Ireland.
2010-03-09T00:00:00-00:00
Plans unveiled for more eco-towns
Two new areas - in Devon and Hampshire - are announced as possible "eco-town" sites by the government.
2010-03-09T00:00:00-00:00
Wind farm extension plan approved
Councillors approve an extension to a Stirlingshire wind farm despite the recommendation of planning experts to scrap the project.
2010-03-09T00:00:00-00:00
Hailing the arrival of alien predators
Europe is set to release its first non-native "biological control" species to curb the spread of Japanese knotweed.
2010-03-09T00:00:00-00:00
The recently observed reduction in air pollution implies that more solar radiation reaches Earth's surface. This could lead to a far more rapid increase in Earth?s temperature in the coming decades than has previously been expected. In order to successfully combat global warming, it is crucial that
2010-03-09T00:00:00-00:00
Porritt - is there the public appetite to tackle climate change?
With the traditional bad guys of the piece - government and big business - now showing signs of embracing the climate change agenda, we have to ask why there is not a surge of support from the Great British public.
2010-03-09T00:00:00-00:00
Welsh farmers given advice on cutting emissions
The Welsh Assembly has published a report looking at how the country's farmers can help cut emissions of greenhouse gases.
2010-03-09T00:00:00-00:00
Celebrity gardener Diarmuid Gavin demands end of peat compost
A phase out of all peat in compost has been put forward by the Government in an effort to cut down emissions of CO2.
2010-03-09T00:00:00-00:00
Earthwire Climate [earthwire.org]
World Business
Greeks stage fresh general strike
Public and transport services grind to a halt in Greece as workers stage a third strike in protest at austerity measures.
Thu, 11 Mar 2010 07:24:32 GMT
BP to explore for oil in Brazil
Oil giant BP announces a $7bn (£4.7bn) deal that will allow it to begin exploring for oil off the coast of Brazil.
Thu, 11 Mar 2010 07:36:15 GMT
Japan's economic growth rate cut
Japan's economy grew by less than first estimated in the final quarter of 2009, revised government figures show.
Thu, 11 Mar 2010 07:10:49 GMT
Mexican shakes up world rich list
Mexican Carlos Slim overtakes Bill Gates as the world's richest man, according to the Forbes "rich list", with a fortune of $53.5bn.
Thu, 11 Mar 2010 02:24:19 GMT
Union to consider BA strike dates
Union leaders representing British Airways cabin crew will meet later to decide whether to announce dates for a strike.
Thu, 11 Mar 2010 04:00:00 GMT
China inflation at 16-month high
Chinese inflation hit a 16-month high in February, leading to calls for the government to take measures to cool the economy.
Thu, 11 Mar 2010 06:58:32 GMT
US reports record budget deficit
The US government records a budget deficit of $221bn (£147.6bn) in February - the largest monthly deficit in its history.
Wed, 10 Mar 2010 23:38:57 GMT
UK snow insurance claims at £650m
Insurers paid out £650m from 335,000 claims made as a result of damage caused by the wintry weather in the UK.
Thu, 11 Mar 2010 00:07:35 GMT
China denies World Cup sweatshop
A Shanghai company denies it used sweatshop labour to produce World Cup mascots, as Fifa suspends its manufacturing contract.
Wed, 10 Mar 2010 15:31:26 GMT
Photographer Annie Leibovitz snaps up debt rescue deal
Photographer Annie Leibovitz does a deal with Colony Capital to clear huge debts that meant she may have lost her library of famous pictures.
Tue, 09 Mar 2010 17:42:58 GMT
Toyota rejects electronics fears
Toyota rejects claims that faulty electronics could be behind its worldwide recall of more than eight million cars.
Mon, 08 Mar 2010 23:57:37 GMT
Car sales see continued recovery
UK car sales in February were up by 26.4% compared with the same month last year, industry figures show.
Thu, 04 Mar 2010 10:07:50 GMT
Pompey axe 85 jobs to cut costs
Administrators at Portsmouth FC start to make employees redundant, with 85 people losing their jobs.
Wed, 10 Mar 2010 19:31:12 GMT
£10m to get students into sport
Universities are to be given £10m of National Lottery money to encourage more students to get involved in sport.
Wed, 10 Mar 2010 00:56:10 GMT
Guidelines for financial journalists
Fri, 01 Jul 2005 14:38:13 GMT
UK economy 'still growing weakly'
The UK economy grew by 0.3% in the December to February period, says the National Institute of Economic and Social Research.
Wed, 10 Mar 2010 15:00:06 GMT
UK industrial output falls back
Industrial production in the UK fell unexpectedly in January, dropping by 0.4% form December, official data has shown.
Wed, 10 Mar 2010 10:31:20 GMT
German exports fall unexpectedly
German exports fell unexpectedly in January, with analysts saying that the cold weather that month was to blame.
Wed, 10 Mar 2010 10:24:17 GMT
Banks face harsher stress tests
Further stress-testing of UK banks will take place to ensure they can survive a 'double-dip' recession, regulators say.
Wed, 10 Mar 2010 18:04:24 GMT
Smaller losses at Northern Rock
Northern Rock says that it made "good progress" in 2009, after reporting a sharp fall in its annual losses.
Wed, 10 Mar 2010 09:48:31 GMT
EMI names ex-ITV boss as chairman
Troubled record company EMI - whose artists include Coldplay - has named former ITV boss Charles Allen as its new chairman.
Wed, 10 Mar 2010 11:53:35 GMT
With 100 days to the World Cup, South Africans talk about their hopes and fears for the tournament
Mon, 01 Mar 2010 22:28:27 GMT
Zimbabwe move on firms' ownership
A Zimbabwean law that forces companies to sell a majority stake in their businesses to indigenous people comes into effect.
Mon, 01 Mar 2010 11:01:19 GMT
Insurers 'face $7bn Chile bill'
The earthquake in Chile may cost the global insurance industry as much as $7bn (£4.7bn), Swiss Re estimates.
Wed, 10 Mar 2010 10:43:45 GMT
Northrop and EADS exit tanker bid
Northrop Grumman and EADS pull out of bidding for a $35bn US Air Force air-to-air refuelling tanker contract.
Tue, 09 Mar 2010 11:34:47 GMT
China's exports see big increase
China's exports surged 46% in February, figures show, raising hopes of a strong recovery in global trade.
Wed, 10 Mar 2010 08:36:46 GMT
Cathay Pacific returns to profit
Cathay Pacific reports a return to full-year profit as cost cutting and bets on the price of fuel pay off.
Wed, 10 Mar 2010 09:59:47 GMT
Obama backs Greece on speculators
President Barack Obama has 'responded positively' to calls to clamp down on market speculators, says the Greek PM after talks.
Tue, 09 Mar 2010 21:27:13 GMT
Legoland firm sees more visitors
Madam Tussauds, Sea Life and London Eye owners, Merlin, weathers the downturn with visitor growth and expansion plans.
Tue, 09 Mar 2010 09:22:04 GMT
EU: Settlement goods not Israeli
The European Court of Justice rules that Israeli goods made in Jewish settlements cannot be considered Israeli.
Fri, 26 Feb 2010 09:10:11 GMT
Iraq given its largest IMF loan
The IMF is to lend Iraq $3.6bn to rebuild its infrastructure as low oil prices slash its revenue.
Thu, 25 Feb 2010 09:21:08 GMT
India's Essar 'planning UK float'
Indian conglomerate Essar Group is reported to be planning to float on the London Stock Exchange, a move that could raise up to $3bn.
Mon, 08 Mar 2010 12:11:53 GMT
India to review economy stimulus
India's government unveils its annual budget, saying that stimulus measures introduced to boost growth must be reviewed.
Fri, 26 Feb 2010 09:04:11 GMT
Warning on packaged bank accounts
Bank accounts which charge fees for extra benefits may be being mis-sold, the Financial Services Authority has warned.
Wed, 10 Mar 2010 16:52:55 GMT
Banking fraud 'moves to internet'
Fraudsters are continuing their switch from traditional card fraud to raiding online bank accounts, research suggests.
Wed, 10 Mar 2010 10:12:37 GMT
Payment protection rules delayed
The Financial Services Authority is delaying its plans to combat the mis-selling of payment protection insurance.
Tue, 09 Mar 2010 17:42:30 GMT
Standard Life enjoys profit boost
Insurance firm Standard Life reports better-than-expected profits and unveils plans for a further cost-cutting.
Wed, 10 Mar 2010 11:13:31 GMT
World Business from BBC News [bbc.co.uk/news]
Dubai- Emaar unit opens new facility in TechnoPark
Dubai- Emaar unit opens new facility in TechnoPark
Thu, 11 Mar 2010 12:00:00 GMT
UAE- Du to share Etisalat infrastructure
UAE- Du to share Etisalat infrastructure
Thu, 11 Mar 2010 12:00:00 GMT
UAE- HSBC cuts mortgage rate to woo new customers
UAE- HSBC cuts mortgage rate to woo new customers
Thu, 11 Mar 2010 12:00:00 GMT
Fitch affirms strong rating to National Bank of Abu Dhabi
Fitch affirms strong rating to National Bank of Abu Dhabi
Thu, 11 Mar 2010 12:00:00 GMT
Dubai- Electronic Islamic finance handbooks
Dubai- Electronic Islamic finance handbooks
Thu, 11 Mar 2010 12:00:00 GMT
Jordan, Russia set to boost economic ties
Jordan, Russia set to boost economic ties
Thu, 11 Mar 2010 12:00:00 GMT
NATO asks Jordan to train Afghan police
NATO asks Jordan to train Afghan police
Thu, 11 Mar 2010 12:00:00 GMT
Jordan- Inflation up slightly in first two months
Jordan- Inflation up slightly in first two months
Thu, 11 Mar 2010 12:00:00 GMT
Jordan- Reforms can cut deficit to safe levels in 5 years
Jordan- Reforms can cut deficit to safe levels in 5 years
Thu, 11 Mar 2010 12:00:00 GMT
Jordan- Survivors counting blessings after Wadi Seer building collapse
Jordan- Survivors counting blessings after Wadi Seer building collapse
Thu, 11 Mar 2010 12:00:00 GMT
Jordan to host regional vocational training society
Jordan to host regional vocational training society
Thu, 11 Mar 2010 12:00:00 GMT
Jordan- Upturn in local garment industry hinges on sufficient gov't support
Jordan- Upturn in local garment industry hinges on sufficient gov't support
Thu, 11 Mar 2010 12:00:00 GMT
Amman Stock Exchange trading report for Mar 10
Amman Stock Exchange trading report for Mar 10
Thu, 11 Mar 2010 12:00:00 GMT
Jordan minister, Italian envoy discuss debt-for-development swap
Jordan minister, Italian envoy discuss debt-for-development swap
Thu, 11 Mar 2010 12:00:00 GMT
Jordan eyes new potash contracts with India, China
Jordan eyes new potash contracts with India, China
Thu, 11 Mar 2010 12:00:00 GMT
Jordan- ADC announces candidates for scholarship programme
Jordan- ADC announces candidates for scholarship programme
Thu, 11 Mar 2010 12:00:00 GMT
Jordan- Ministry to extend 2,000 additional loans to students
Jordan- Ministry to extend 2,000 additional loans to students
Thu, 11 Mar 2010 12:00:00 GMT
Islamists to hold rally near Jordan River
Islamists to hold rally near Jordan River
Thu, 11 Mar 2010 12:00:00 GMT
Trikkes given to Abu Dhabi's parking inspectors
Trikkes given to Abu Dhabi's parking inspectors
Thu, 11 Mar 2010 12:00:00 GMT
UK minister sees progress in Dubai World debt talks
UK minister sees progress in Dubai World debt talks
Thu, 11 Mar 2010 12:00:00 GMT
GCC Ministerial Panel renews support to UAE over islands issue
GCC Ministerial Panel renews support to UAE over islands issue
Thu, 11 Mar 2010 12:00:00 GMT
UAE- Doctors, nurses must complete CME hours for licence renewal
UAE- Doctors, nurses must complete CME hours for licence renewal
Thu, 11 Mar 2010 12:00:00 GMT
UAE minister Gargash denies giving statements to Israeli media
UAE minister Gargash denies giving statements to Israeli media
Thu, 11 Mar 2010 12:00:00 GMT
Abu Dhabi launches comprehensive newborn screening programme
Abu Dhabi launches comprehensive newborn screening programme
Thu, 11 Mar 2010 12:00:00 GMT
UAE- Firms not paying workers for Friday work to be prosecuted
UAE- Firms not paying workers for Friday work to be prosecuted
Thu, 11 Mar 2010 12:00:00 GMT
Oman, UAE seek to increase trade ties
Oman, UAE seek to increase trade ties
Thu, 11 Mar 2010 12:00:00 GMT
Oman's energy sector outlook positive
Oman's energy sector outlook positive
Thu, 11 Mar 2010 12:00:00 GMT
Oman- GIPI's Sohar pipe plant commissioned
Oman- GIPI's Sohar pipe plant commissioned
Thu, 11 Mar 2010 12:00:00 GMT
Kuwait- Proposal eyes hike in capital of KFAED to KD10b
Kuwait- Proposal eyes hike in capital of KFAED to KD10b
Thu, 11 Mar 2010 12:00:00 GMT
Qatar for fitting response to Israel
Qatar for fitting response to Israel
Thu, 11 Mar 2010 12:00:00 GMT
Qatari Cabinet criticises Israeli plan
Qatari Cabinet criticises Israeli plan
Thu, 11 Mar 2010 12:00:00 GMT
Gaza marks 1,000 days of Israeli blockade
Gaza marks 1,000 days of Israeli blockade
Thu, 11 Mar 2010 12:00:00 GMT
Qtel's work programme for students concludes
Qtel's work programme for students concludes
Thu, 11 Mar 2010 12:00:00 GMT
Qatar- Two Pakistani ships, submarine to participate in DIMDEX 2010
Qatar- Two Pakistani ships, submarine to participate in DIMDEX 2010
Thu, 11 Mar 2010 12:00:00 GMT
Qatar Airways to fly to Brazil and Argentina
Qatar Airways to fly to Brazil and Argentina
Thu, 11 Mar 2010 12:00:00 GMT
Qtel offers Shahry customers best roaming rates in GCC countries
Qtel offers Shahry customers best roaming rates in GCC countries
Thu, 11 Mar 2010 12:00:00 GMT
Qatar- Gulf Contracting to build 51 East store at Lagoona Mall
Qatar- Gulf Contracting to build 51 East store at Lagoona Mall
Thu, 11 Mar 2010 12:00:00 GMT
Expert: Kidney donations in Arab world less
Expert: Kidney donations in Arab world less
Thu, 11 Mar 2010 12:00:00 GMT
Dubai- DEWA awards Dh3.13b deals to boost capacity
Dubai- DEWA awards Dh3.13b deals to boost capacity
Thu, 11 Mar 2010 12:00:00 GMT
GM reassures ME clients on Hummer warranties, service support
GM reassures ME clients on Hummer warranties, service support
Thu, 11 Mar 2010 12:00:00 GMT
MENAFN Regional Business [menafn.com]
Economics - Action on jobs, competition and taxes must replace crisis management
Strengthening our economies for the future in key areas such as jobs, competition and taxation must now replace crisis management, says the OECD’s latest Going for Growth report. Governments have already started removing some of the emergency measures brought in to save the global economy from collapse.
Wed Mar 10 10:55:00 CET 2010
Portugal - OECD hails fiscal consolidation plan, says it will help to support growth
OECD Secretary-General Angel Gurría welcomed the Portuguese government’s announcement of a fiscal consolidation strategy to cut its budget deficit to below 3% of GDP by 2013 as going in the direction of maintaining market confidence, supporting growth and ensuring fiscal sustainability.
Wed Mar 10 00:00:00 CET 2010
Tax - The Bahamas expands its network for international exchange of tax information
The Bahamas has today signed agreements allowing for exchange of tax information with the seven Nordic economies (Denmark, the Faroe Islands, Finland, Greenland, Iceland, Norway and Sweden).
Wed Mar 10 00:00:00 CET 2010
Nuclear energy - OECD’s Gurría highlights potential, warns of challenges
Opening an international conference to discuss the peaceful and responsible development of nuclear energy, A. Gurría said "We are currently seeing a renaissance of the nuclear option, for reasons that are clear to see and primarily to allow us to meet the challenge of climate change". The conference, held at the OECD, was organised by the French government in co-ordination with the IAEA and with the support of the OECD’s Nuclear Energy Agency.
Mon Mar 08 00:00:00 CET 2010
G20 - OECD, WTO and UNCTAD renew calls to resist protectionism
The OECD, World Trade Organization and the UN’s Conference on Trade and Development have called on the leaders of the G20 countries to resist protectionism or the prospects for economic recovery may be wiped out.
Mon Mar 08 11:00:00 CET 2010
Statistics - Unemployment rate falls to 8.7% in January, driven by US and Japan
The unemployment rate for the OECD area fell slightly to 8.7% in January 2010, reflecting drops of 0.3 percentage points in the United States and Japan.
Mon Mar 08 00:00:00 CET 2010
Norway’s economy has been particularly resilient during the crisis. The large policy stimulus should be withdrawn soon. Public spending needs to be made more efficient and cost-effective environmental and fishing policies need to be further pursued.
Mon Mar 08 11:00:00 CET 2010
Statistics - Composite leading indicators continue to signal expansion in economic activity
OECD composite leading indicators (CLIs) in January 2010 continue to signal an improvement in economic activity for the G7 countries although only marginally more so than in the assessment for December.
Fri Mar 05 00:00:00 CET 2010
OECD News [oecd.org]
Economic Development
UK industrial output falls back
Industrial production in the UK fell unexpectedly in January, dropping by 0.4% form December, official data has shown.
Wed, 10 Mar 2010 10:31:20 GMT
UK society selfish, say Catholics
British society suffers from a lack of trust and neighbourliness, the Roman Catholic Church says.
Wed, 03 Mar 2010 15:46:23 GMT
Money matters in Eve Online game
The chief economist of video game Eve Online talks about how he manages the virtual universe's economy.
Wed, 03 Mar 2010 10:44:26 GMT
Australia interest rates up to 4%
Australia's central bank raises interest rates, for the fourth time since October, as it seeks to cool its booming economy.
Tue, 02 Mar 2010 07:10:03 GMT
Brown misses PMQs for Zuma visit
Gordon Brown will miss prime minister's questions on Wednesday because of the state visit by South African President Jacob Zuma.
Mon, 01 Mar 2010 12:13:03 GMT
Q&A: Do bankers need their bonuses?
Just why is it that bankers and their defenders say that unless a bonus is paid no-one will be willing to do the job?
Fri, 26 Feb 2010 23:37:56 GMT
Budget reveals rise in income tax
Income tax will rise and jobs will be axed as the Isle of Man government strives to make up a £90m shortfall.
Tue, 16 Feb 2010 15:53:23 GMT
Darling defends UK deficit plan
Chancellor Alistair Darling defends his approach to the UK's budget deficit, saying quicker spending cuts could harm the economy.
Mon, 15 Feb 2010 12:29:54 GMT
Economy woes hit shares and oil
Concern about the US economy and debt problems in Europe lead to falls in many stock markets, while oil prices also drop.
Thu, 04 Feb 2010 23:46:32 GMT
City Diaries: "Mark"
Tue, 02 Feb 2010 17:08:56 GMT
On Sunday 31 January Sophie Raworth interviewed Shadow Chancellor, George Osborne MP.
Sun, 31 Jan 2010 12:48:51 GMT
Davos 2010: Day three as it happened
The third day of the 2010 World Economic Forum at the Swiss mountain resort of Davos, as it happened.
Fri, 29 Jan 2010 08:32:27 GMT
A happy ending for our plastic love affair?
Max Flint explores consumers' love/hate affair with credit cards, and how people got hooked on plastic in the first place.
Fri, 29 Jan 2010 00:01:16 GMT
Reporters' notes: State of the union address
President Barack Obama used his first State of the Union address to focus on the tough domestic issues facing the US as it emerges from recession. Here is a full transcript of his speech, with notes from the BBC's Mark Mardell and Paul Reynolds
Thu, 28 Jan 2010 13:08:34 GMT
World Economy from BBC News [bbc.co.uk/news]
Lisbon Treaty and EU Development Cooperation
In December 2010 the Lisbon Treaty came into force. What difference will this make for European Union development co-operation and humanitarian assistance? Mirjam van Reisen identifies the changes in the legal framework and interprets what difference this will make for the policy in practice.
Ahead of the Curve: Ideas that Changed the World
"Ideas matter, people matter" - and powerful ideas "become embedded in institutions" said two authors of the United Nations Intellectual History Project series, Sir Richard Jolly and Thomas G. Weiss, at a meeting at UNCTAD's headquarter this month arguing that the UN, despite its shortcomings, has had a massive positive influence on the world.
Reconciling Climate and Livestock Production?
The 2009 State of Food and Agriculture report was delayed for several months. After the disaster of Copenhagen, one could have expected it to provide the necessary guidance to policy changes for saving the Planet from further increases of greenhouse gases emitted from livestock. But FAO's suggestions are comparable to rearranging deckchairs on the Titanic.
The Superiority of the Financial Transaction Tax
There is an extraordinary strong support of civil society in Europe for the Financial Transaction Tax (FTT). This reflects a general trend in public opinion. Not only many politicians - Merkel, Sarkozy, Brown, Barroso - have supported the FTT, there is - like all opinion polls show - an overwhelming majority of people in favour of stricter regulation and taxation.
Global Unemployment on Record Levels
The number of jobless worldwide reached nearly 212 million in 2009 following an unprecedented increase of 34 million compared to 2007, on the eve of the global crisis, the International Labour Office (ILO) says in its recent annual "Global Employment Trends" report.
A New Beginning in European Development Policy?
The European Union (EU) has a number of new faces in its Commission, a European Parliament whose hand has been strengthened by the Treaty of Lisbon, and a promise by the member states to improve the coordination of European foreign policy in its various facets.
Copenhagen: A Serious Step towards Global Ruin
Two years of climate change negotiations have now ended in a farce in Copenhagen. Rather than grappling with complex issues, President Barack Obama decided instead to declare victory with a vague statement of principles agreed with a handful of other countries. The rest were handed a fait accompli, which some accepted and others denounced.
Slow Economic Recovery or Double-Dip Recession?
After a sharp and synchronized global downturn, United Nations economists expect the world economy to bounce back with a mild 2.4 per cent growth in 2010. The rebound is due to the massive and to some extent concerted policy actions taken by the major economies. But a double-dip recession cannot be excluded.
Climate Change: Does Copenhagen Really Matter?
While the world watches the Copenhagen UN climate negotiations and the enormous differences between the magnitude of the climate challenge and the ability of the world's governments to agree on anything in these negotiations, we may well realize that the world never has been changed by consensus or a unanimous UN decision.
Mapping Social Protection in South Asia
Social protection has become a key area of policy interest on the international development agenda. Developing countries and donors alike are promoting social protection as a prominent policy intervention. And indeed, it can be an enabler for development - but only if the right policies are in place.
WDEV World Economy & Development [wdev.eu]
Strategies for incorporating adaptation measures within current low level sustainable development
Uganda is highly vulnerable to climate change due to limited financial resources, low levels of income per capita, limited disaster management skills ...
Wed, 27 Jun 2007 15:53:59 GMT
A critical assessment of the Collier and Hoeffler study into countries emerging from civil war
This note reports on the direction of the World Bank's research into the countries emerging from civil war as conducted by Collier and Hoeffler. The document ...
Thu, 29 Mar 2007 21:33:11 GMT
Assessing the potential for successful climate change adaptation within the United States
Adaptation measures and strategies are complementary to mitigation and are a risk management solution that is in no way free of cost or foolproof. The ...
Thu, 29 Mar 2007 21:33:11 GMT
Violence against women in daily life, war and post conflict situations
This book brings together a comprehensive list of the facts and figures regarding violence against women in daily life, during war and conflict, and in ...
Thu, 29 Mar 2007 21:33:12 GMT
A more positive approach to women's sexuality: learning from the Malagasy in Madagascar
This paper argues that Malagasy women are denied basic sexual rights, namely the right to freely decide the number and spacing of their children and the ...
Thu, 29 Mar 2007 21:20:17 GMT
Quantifying the costs and benefits of avian biodiversity in a rainforest reserve, Uganda
This paper quantifies the costs and benefits of avian biodiversity at a rainforest reserve in Uganda through a combination of economic surveys of tourists, ...
Thu, 29 Mar 2007 21:29:30 GMT
Examining the effects of trade openness in developing countries
This working paper analyses the effects of trade openness on budget balances by distinguishing the effects of natural openness from those of trade-policy ...
Thu, 29 Mar 2007 21:30:02 GMT
Examination of women's rights and citizenship in the Middle East and North Africa
This document compiles a number of country reports in the Middle East and North Africa analysing gender-specific issues that impact women's rights and ...
Thu, 29 Mar 2007 21:32:31 GMT
Sustained growth in employment is key to poverty reduction in Africa
This chapter in the UNECA's "Economic report on Africa 2005" examines the prominent features of the poverty challenge in Africa. It outlines the analytical ...
Fri, 30 Mar 2007 19:10:08 GMT
Minimising foreign exchange risk for microfinance institutions
As the microfinance industry matures and MFIs require increasing amounts of capital from a variety of sources, there has been extensive growth in international ...
Thu, 29 Mar 2007 21:32:39 GMT
An assessment of global financial markets
The Global Financial Stability Report provides semiannual assessments of global financial markets and addresses emerging market financing in a global ...
Thu, 29 Mar 2007 21:32:39 GMT
Examining reasons for the proliferation of aid agencies
Rather than asking what aid agencies should be doing, this article asks the question: "Why are there many and different aid organisations and not just ...
Thu, 29 Mar 2007 21:32:41 GMT
The value of mixing approaches to poverty analysis, Rwanda
The aim of this working paper is to demonstrate the value of and need for employing a multidisciplinary approach to the analysis of chronic poverty in ...
Fri, 30 Mar 2007 19:10:10 GMT
Promoting sexual and reproductive rights through community action: lessons from Colombia
This briefing describes a community-based sexual and reproductive rights (SRR) initiative carried out by the International Planned Parenthood Federation/Western ...
Thu, 29 Mar 2007 21:32:44 GMT
In recent years a large amount of work has been done to increase awareness of disaster risk reduction (DRR) within the context of development. Much remains ...
Thu, 30 Aug 2007 18:26:02 GMT
To what extent does road type and quality impact on poverty?: evidence from China
This study evaluates the contribution of roads to economic growth and poverty reduction in China. It disaggregates road infrastructure into different ...
Fri, 30 Mar 2007 19:10:15 GMT
Merits of indigenous versus scientific adaptation within the development strategies of Uganda
This article presents the benefits to vulnerable communities of indigenous based climate change adaptation and the advantages of collaborating with scientific ...
Wed, 27 Jun 2007 15:51:33 GMT
What basic conditions must be met to successfully incorporate CDM projects into a local reality?
A serious challenge facing developing countries today is reducing poverty and protecting natural resources whilst also meeting the market demand for natural ...
Wed, 27 Jun 2007 15:52:24 GMT
Campaigning for the rights of sex workers: lessons from Bangladesh
This paper describes the involvement of Naripokkho, a Bangladesh NGO, in a national campaign to support the rights of sex workers. Naripokkho supported ...
Thu, 29 Mar 2007 21:32:50 GMT
Seeking an alternative financing mechanism for climate change adaptation
Climate change adaptation can not be treated in the same way as mitigation, and thus handling these aspects of responding to climate change also requires ...
Thu, 29 Mar 2007 21:32:51 GMT
Time to think positively about sexual and reproductive health and rights?
This Eldis Health key issues guide reviews current policy issues and cutting-edge debates relating to sexual and reproductive health and rights (SRHR). ...
Thu, 29 Mar 2007 21:32:53 GMT
Trends in humanitarian assistance
This update contains 34 charts which aim to provide the latest information and statistics on trends in humanitarian assistance. The document considers ...
Fri, 30 Mar 2007 19:10:16 GMT
Crisis del caf: nuevas estrategias y oportunidades
El objetivo del estudio es: identificar qu condiciones, factores y estrategias, han sido claves en el xito empresarial de pequeos productores de caf, ...
Fri, 30 Mar 2007 00:45:46 GMT
Investigaciones empricas y tericas han demostrado que objetivos como los servicios ambientales y la provisin de oportunidades recreativas adems de ...
Fri, 30 Mar 2007 00:45:46 GMT
La cadena forestal y madera en Colombia. Una mirada global de su estructura y dinmica 1991-2005
Actualmente la demanda maderera es suplida tanto por los bosques naturales como por las plantaciones, aunque se presenta una tendencia relativamente reciente ...
Fri, 30 Mar 2007 00:45:47 GMT
Pobreza y desigualdad a comienzos de 2004
En Colombia viene dndose a raz de la crisis un doble movimiento de sentido contrario: por una parte, el Estado ha seguido ampliando y mejorando los ...
Fri, 30 Mar 2007 00:45:48 GMT
Objetivos de desarrollo del Milenio. Una mirada desde Amrica Latina y el Caribe
En septiembre del 2000, los Jefes de Estado y de Gobierno de 147 pases y 42 ministros y jefes de delegacin se reunieron en la Asamblea General de las ...
Fri, 30 Mar 2007 00:45:49 GMT
La desigualdad de ingresos limita la calidad de la democracia? Primeros resultados
El presente artculo analiza cmo los altos y persistentes niveles de desigualdad econmica junto a las caractersticas socioeconmicas propias de los ...
Fri, 30 Mar 2007 00:45:50 GMT
El lado indgena de la desigualdad
El propsito del presente trabajo es destacar los vnculos existentes en la regin entre los conceptos o fenmenos de etnicidad y desigualdad. El planteamiento ...
Fri, 30 Mar 2007 00:45:51 GMT
Strategic donor support is critical for increased access to palliative care
Given that donor support for palliative care alone is not sustainable in the long term, donors need to take a strategic approach and work towards embedding ...
Mon, 14 Dec 2009 12:21:54 GMT
Palliative care in Latin America: is the WHO strategy working?
Over 20 years ago the World Health Organization (WHO) established pain relief and palliative care as components of its Cancer Control Programme. However, ...
Mon, 14 Dec 2009 12:21:56 GMT
Training health professionals in palliative care: lessons from South Africa
Palliative care should be an integral part of every health care professional's role; education in palliative care forms the foundation of quality care ...
Mon, 14 Dec 2009 12:21:57 GMT
Uganda's palliative care model for Africa
In Uganda a palliative care service has been successfully implemented in three districts with outreach to other parts of the country. The key to its success ...
Mon, 14 Dec 2009 12:21:59 GMT
Advocating a public health approach to palliative care
National programmes for palliative care offer the most effective means of improving the quality of life for the greatest number of patients and families, ...
Mon, 14 Dec 2009 12:22:00 GMT
Palliative care and HIV management
Will palliative care become obsolete in the management of HIV? Evidence from the United Kingdom suggests not. Even with widespread availability ...
Mon, 14 Dec 2009 12:22:02 GMT
Poverty shouldn't mean poor quality palliative care
The increasing commercialisation of health care, decreasing public spending on health and the introduction of expensive high technology interventions ...
Mon, 14 Dec 2009 12:22:04 GMT
Palliative care: a basic human right
The global HIV pandemic has raised awareness of the need to provide care for those suffering from incurable diseases. Palliative care aims to maximise ...
Mon, 14 Dec 2009 12:22:05 GMT
Is there still a future for Poverty Reduction Strategies in Malawi, Nicaragua and Vietnam?
This paper looks at the treatment of rural productive sectors in Poverty Reduction Strategies (PRS) for three countries, focussing particularly on agriculture ...
Fri, 30 Mar 2007 20:31:54 GMT
Bycatch from EU fishing fleets impacts on developing countries fisheries
This report considers the ecological, economic and livelihoods impact of the large quantities of non target fish (bycatch) caught and discarded by EU ...
Fri, 30 Mar 2007 20:32:46 GMT
Aid for trade as a right, not an incentive to liberalise
This briefing paper argues that the availability of trade-related assistance is not enough to fulfil the development dimension of the Doha Work Programme. ...
Fri, 30 Mar 2007 19:09:56 GMT
The impact of the uncontrolled international arms trade: evidence from Haiti
As part of a series of briefing notes on arms control, this note brings together a number of case studies and stories of the impact of arms trade on people ...
Fri, 30 Mar 2007 19:09:57 GMT
The impact of the uncontrolled arms trade: evidence from Sierra Leone
As part of a series of briefing notes on arms control, this note brings together a number of case studies and stories of the impact of arms trade on people ...
Fri, 30 Mar 2007 19:09:59 GMT
Plotting paths of change for Cuba: lessons from other market-reformed economies
This paper considers the inevitable shift of Cuba from a Marxist to a market-oriented economy. It examines the paths towards reform experienced by former ...
Thu, 29 Mar 2007 21:32:27 GMT
Fightin corruption in the tax administration
This policy brief attempts to answer three interlinked questions regarding corruption within tax administration systems. It asks: How can corruption effectively ...
Thu, 30 Aug 2007 18:25:49 GMT
China's fertility decline and its implications for labour supply and the ageing population
This report evaluates the impact of changes in the Chinese population age structures on its economy, both in the past two decades and in the near future.Demographically, ...
Thu, 29 Mar 2007 21:25:22 GMT
Understanding the demand for and supply of the remittance services for migrant workers in China
This document is the executive summary of a study which aims to understand the demand for and supply of the remittance services for migrant workers in ...
Thu, 29 Mar 2007 21:29:10 GMT
This paper examines a rising tide of expectations faced by business from a range of stakeholders on the issue of business and human rights. The authors ...
Fri, 30 Mar 2007 19:09:44 GMT
This paper aims to focus on the three most relevant and most controversial issues at the end of the Doha Round of WTO negotiations - services, agriculture ...
Thu, 29 Mar 2007 21:32:20 GMT
Recommendations for donors working with savings and credit co-operatives
Savings and credit cooperatives provide financial services to millions, including poor and low-income people in many countries. They are user-owned financial ...
Thu, 29 Mar 2007 21:32:21 GMT
In this Working Paper, the authors suggest that despite recent calls for increased aid to poor countries by the international community, there may be ...
Fri, 30 Mar 2007 19:09:51 GMT
Eldis Development News [eldis.org]
2009 OECD Annual Sustainable Development Meeting
The OECD Annual Meeting of Sustainable Development Experts (AMSDE) met on 19-20 October 2009, bringing together Delegates from capitals and stakeholders to discuss, among others, contribution to the development of the OECD Green Growth Strategy, integration of sustainable development perspectives into OECD country/peer reviews, and roles sustainability impact assessments and measurements play in furthering sustainable development.
Fri Oct 30 11:10:32 CET 2009
OECD Conference on Eco-innovation and Sustainable Development
This event, held on 22 June 2009 at the OECD Conference Centre, focused on discussing roles of education and employment in promoting eco-innovation/sustainable development, with the aim of feeding into the OECD innovation strategy currently under development. This event was open to the public, please see the attached programme for details.
Wed Jun 24 08:48:12 CEST 2009
Progress on Sustainability Assessments
Techniques for assessing economic, social and environmental impacts and integrating sustainability assessments into policy-making and national strategies were discussed at a Finnish workshop on 11 February 2009.
Thu Mar 12 14:48:06 CET 2009
OECD Sustainable Development [oecd.org]
G20 - OECD, WTO and UNCTAD renew calls to resist protectionism
The OECD, World Trade Organization and the UN’s Conference on Trade and Development have called on the leaders of the G20 countries to resist protectionism or the prospects for economic recovery may be wiped out.
Mon Mar 08 11:00:00 CET 2010
Statistics - Rising trade flows confirmed in third quarter 2009
Merchandise trade volumes of the Group of seven (G7) countries grew in third quarter of 2009 after stabilising in the second but still were significantly below the levels of 2008.
Wed Jan 27 00:00:00 CET 2010
Poverty reduction: the economic importance of agriculture
The Millennium Declaration set 2015 as the target date for halving the number of people living in extreme poverty. Exceptional progress has been made in some developing countries but many others will fall far short, and up to 1 billion people are likely to remain destitute by 2015. Why are some countries doing better than others? This paper seeks to answer that question by looking for shared characteristics of 25 developing countries posting extraordinary success in reducing extreme poverty over the past 20 to 25 years.
Mon Jan 18 00:00:00 CET 2010
Binding constraints to trade expansion: aid for trade objectives and diagnostic tools
The most common objectives of aid for trade projects (increasing trade, diversifying exports, maximizing the linkages with the domestic economy and increasing adjustment capacity) have the potential to boost growth and reduce poverty in developing countries. This paper sets forth strategies to identify the most binding constraints to trade expansion so countries and donors can channel resources toward reforms and projects that have the largest effect.
Fri Dec 18 00:00:00 CET 2009
Statistics - Rising trade flows confirmed in third quarter 2009
Merchandise trade volumes of the Group of seven (G7) countries grew in third quarter of 2009 after stabilising in the second but still were significantly below the levels of 2008.
Wed Jan 27 00:00:00 CET 2010
Trade - separating fact from fiction
In today's uncertain economic climate, many people are questioning the benefits of trade and open markets. Find out what is fact and what is fiction about trade!
Fri Aug 28 00:00:00 CEST 2009
Trade ... and the road to economic recovery
Ron Kirk, US Trade Representative, Pascal Lamy, WTO Director-General and Simon Crean, Australia's Trade Minister talk about why keeping markets open and avoiding protectionism are so important.
Fri Jul 10 00:00:00 CEST 2009
The crisis and its impact on cross border investment
Angel Gurría, OECD Secretary-General, speaks to the United States Council for International Business about the financial crisis and its impact on cross-border capital flows and investment.
Wed Jun 03 00:00:00 CEST 2009
Responding to the global economic crisis - OECD's role in promoting open markets and job creation
Angel Gurría, OECD Secretary-General, speaks at the 2009 Business Roundtable of the Business and Industry Advisory Committee (BIAC) to the OECD.
Mon May 25 00:00:00 CEST 2009
Statistics - Rising trade flows confirmed in third quarter 2009
Merchandise trade volumes of the Group of seven (G7) countries grew in third quarter of 2009 after stabilising in the second but still were significantly below the levels of 2008.
Wed Jan 27 00:00:00 CET 2010
Coordination of export credit support agreed to help boost trade flows
Thirty-five countries have agreed to co-ordinate export credit support to help boost international trade and investment during the economic crisis. The OECD will host regular meetings to exchange information and monitor progress.
Fri Apr 24 00:00:00 CEST 2009
Keeping markets open at times of economic crisis
The economic crisis is placing severe strains on the global trade and investment system. Although few of the corrective measures currently being proposed are protectionist in intent, history reminds us not to be complacent.
Mon Mar 30 00:00:00 CEST 2009
Crisis is an opportunity to revive trade reforms, says OECD report
Resisting protectionism and reviving stalled trade reforms would help the major emerging economies build on the progress achieved over the past two decades and emerge from the crisis with their trade performance strengthened, says a new OECD report.
Thu Mar 19 11:00:00 CET 2009
Trade policy response to the global economic crisis
Global economic growth and trade are falling sharply. A prolonged recession is forecast in many countries. International trade policy measures to support open markets are needed now more than ever.
Tue Mar 03 12:44:51 CET 2009
OECD Trade [oecd.org]
Employment
Thu, 11 Mar 2010 01:46:35 GMT
Job: PSI seeks Chief of Party / Technical Advisor - HIV, Haiti
Thu, 11 Mar 2010 01:46:35 GMT
Job: Head of Climate Change, Institute of Development Studies, Sussex, UK
Thu, 11 Mar 2010 01:46:35 GMT
Job: Bees for development seeks Business Development Officer, Uganda
Thu, 11 Mar 2010 01:46:35 GMT
Training: IHRN announces training for Justice Sector Reform: Applying Human Rights Based Approaches
Thu, 11 Mar 2010 01:46:35 GMT
Job: NR International seeks Business Development Administrator, Kent
Thu, 11 Mar 2010 01:46:35 GMT
Job: World Vision UK seeks Programme Officer, Haiti
Thu, 11 Mar 2010 01:46:35 GMT
Job: Concern Worldwide seeks Programme Support Officer, Niger
Thu, 11 Mar 2010 01:46:35 GMT
Job: IFES seeks Voter Registration Systems Specialist, Nigeria
Thu, 11 Mar 2010 01:46:35 GMT
Job: International Relief and Development seeks to fill a variety of positions
Thu, 11 Mar 2010 01:46:35 GMT
Job: Marie Stopes International seeks to fill a number a positions
Thu, 11 Mar 2010 01:46:35 GMT
Job: Mercy Corps seeks to fill two positions.
Thu, 11 Mar 2010 01:46:35 GMT
Internship: Mercy Corps seeks Tajikistan Health Intern
Thu, 11 Mar 2010 01:46:35 GMT
Job: MSI seeks to fill a number of positions
Thu, 11 Mar 2010 01:46:35 GMT
Job: Concern Worldwide seeks Nutrition Programme Manager, Kasongo
Thu, 11 Mar 2010 01:46:35 GMT
Job: Umea Centre for Global Health Research seeks Global Health Research Manager
Thu, 11 Mar 2010 01:46:35 GMT
Job: Conciliation Resources seeks Programme Director, West Africa
Thu, 11 Mar 2010 01:46:35 GMT
Job: IIED seeks Researcher - Land Rights
Thu, 11 Mar 2010 01:46:35 GMT
Job: International Centre for Research on Women seeks Program Associate, Population and Development
Thu, 11 Mar 2010 01:46:35 GMT
Training: INTRAC announces a variety of training events
Thu, 11 Mar 2010 01:46:35 GMT
Job: Minority Rights Group International (MRG) is seeking to fill a number of positions.
Thu, 11 Mar 2010 01:46:35 GMT
Job: PSI seeks Research Capacity Building Advisor, Haiti
Thu, 11 Mar 2010 01:46:35 GMT
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Job: HealthNet TPO seeks Public Health Advisor, The Netherlands
Thu, 11 Mar 2010 01:46:35 GMT
Job: Fairtrade Foundation seeks Head of Directorate, United Kingdom
Thu, 11 Mar 2010 01:46:35 GMT
Job: International Alert seeks Project Manager - Good Governance, West Africa
Thu, 11 Mar 2010 01:46:35 GMT
Job: Concern Worldwide seeks Country Accountant, Liberia
Thu, 11 Mar 2010 01:46:35 GMT
Job: World Vision International seeks to fill two positions, Afghanistan
Thu, 11 Mar 2010 01:46:35 GMT
Thu, 11 Mar 2010 01:46:36 GMT
Job: Concern Worldwide seeks Regional Accountant, Central Africa
Thu, 11 Mar 2010 01:46:36 GMT
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