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Democracy Lies in the Eye of the Beholder

Democracy Lies in the Eye of the Beholder As in the case of female beauty, Democracy lies in the eye of the beholder. Many countries in the world claim to be democratic but their systems differ widely. The USA, which … Continue reading

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The Politics of Development Aid

The Politics of Development Aid “Power always thinks it has a great soul and vast views beyond the comprehension of the weak; and that it is doing God’s service ….” John Adams, Second President of the USA (1797-1801) and a … Continue reading

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Post-Privatization Industrial Restructuring Issues in Transition Economies & Developing Countries

Post-Privatization Industrial Restructuring Issues in Transition Economies & Developing Countries -Kenneth Abeywickrama, 30th Nov 2000 Presented in Tulane Institute for International Development (TIID) invites its November Seminar under the Tulane International Development 2000 Seminar Series. 1.  Overview 1.1            Background The … Continue reading

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