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Ethics of Trade and Aid

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Ethics of Trade and Aid

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International development is now more topical than ever. Billions of dollars have been given in grants or spent on the infrastructure of the development industry. The global aid and trade industry is gigantic and high-profile. It is also hugely controversial. Trade deals are accused of being 'unfair'. Aid agencies are suspected of wasting funds, or engaging with corrupt regimes, or encouraging dependency. Despite the vast amounts of political capital spent on international development, it remains unclear what works and what doesn't. Global inequality remains stark. Economic analysis can help resolve some of these issues. But some of the questions raised are of a more fundamental nature. They are issues of fairness, equity, right and wrong. The Ethics of Trade and Aid demonstrates how political philosophy provides us with insights often passed over in modern development jargon. Christopher Wraight scrutinises the trade and aid industry through the lens of philosophy and ultimately shows that a compassionate, rational and humane engagement with the global economy does hold the promise of a better, more equal life.
Product details
Edition:
1
Number of Pages:
186
Release Date:
2011-02-03
Publication Date:
2011-02-03
Publisher:
Continnuum-3PL
Languages:
Original: English
ISBN10:
144110951X
ISBN13:
9781441109514
GPSR Manufacturer Reference:
[email protected]
Weight:
373 g
Height:
145 cm
Width:
222 cm
Thickness:
14 cm
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