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General Globalization Terms

Posted on May 21, 2007
Previously filed under: Definitions
Globalization, with its many associated benefits and costs, is a confusing topic for most people. This page provides articles and information to help clear the air.
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Keywords: United Nations, Mercy Corps, non-governmental organizations

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Chinese Civil Society Comes of Age

Posted on October 11, 2005
Countries: China
Previously filed under: Asia, Success Stories
Alongside China's breakneck economic development, its non-governmental organisations are finding their voice and securing recognition from the Chinese public and state.
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Keywords: social entrepreneurship, non-governmental organizations

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A Raindrop Cleans the Wetlands

Posted on May 21, 2003
Topics: Economic Development, Climate and Environment
Countries: Thailand
Previously filed under: Asia, Environment
In Thailand, an NGO helps impoverished fishermen, and the environment.
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Keywords: non-governmental organizations, fishing

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Tajikistan: Almost One-Third of the Population Is in Danger of Going Hungry This Winter

EurasiaNet - Tue, 10/07/2008 - 13:38
Almost one-third of Tajikistan’s 6.7 million inhabitants may not have enough to eat this winter, United Nations experts worry. In an attempt to avert an emergency, the UN has issued a fresh global appeal for assistance.

Kenyan PM Sees U.S. Financial Crisis Affecting Continent

All Africa - Tue, 10/07/2008 - 06:26
Kenyan Prime Minister Raila Odinga joined world leaders in warning on Monday that the financial crisis on Wall Street will inflict significant damage on African economies, including Kenya's.

In Malawi, Green Belts to Boost Food Production

IRIN News - Tue, 10/07/2008 - 16:44
Malawian President has pledged to embark on a "green belt" program to enable the country, in the long run, to say goodbye to hunger and international food aid.

Economists Say Shaky Economy May Last for a While

The Associated Press - Mon, 10/06/2008 - 06:33
A growing number of economists believe the country is on the brink of — or already in — its first recession since 2001 and that it will be longer lasting.

Uganda: Shrubs and Leaves on the Menu as Karamoja Food Shortages increase

IRIN News - Tue, 10/07/2008 - 16:44
Thousands of people in Karamoja are facing serious food shortages. Largely inhabited by agro-pastoralist communities, the remote region in north-eastern Uganda suffers endemic security problems.
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