China and global development: nine things to read in October Insight | 18 October 2019 | Linda Calabrese Chinese aid; the country's developing country status; whether the Chinese economic model can work for Africa and more. Read and comment
China and global development: seven things to read in August Insight | 29 August 2019 | Linda Calabrese Inequality trends in China, Belt and Road Initiative, Chinese firms in Africa and more. Read and comment
Lessons from the African Continental Free Trade Area Comment | 11 July 2019 | Maximiliano Mendez-Parra While other regions are engaged in a trade war, the launch of the AfCFTA is a critical move for Africa and points to the continent's economic potential. Read and comment
Comparative country study of the development of textile and garment sectors: lessons for Tanzania Research reports and studies | May 2019 | Neil Balchin and Linda Calabrese This research summarises empirical evidence on growth trajectories in the textile and apparel sector from six case studies, with a focus on Tanzania. Downloads
Don’t wait for Brexit to be resolved, there’s much more to do now Insight | 1 May 2019 | Maximiliano Mendez-Parra The UK and low-income countries must work together now to boost trade and investment, and create opportunities for economic growth. Read and comment
Asia’s economic prospects Public event | 29 April 2019 10:30 - 12:00 BST Exploring the macroeconomic prospects for Asian economies and how to seize opportunities and address vulnerabilities. Find out more
Brexit and global development Insight | 9 April 2019 | Dirk Willem te Velde, Maximiliano Mendez-Parra As Britain prepares to leave the European Union, we track new developments and analyse impact on low- and middle-income countries in this rolling blog. Read and comment
Economic transformation in Africa: key trends in 2019 Comment | 10 January 2019 | Dirk Willem te Velde In the face of slow global economic growth and weakening global governance, trade, skills and jobs will be crucial for Africa's transformation prospects. Read and comment
Five new ways to promote African industrialisation Insight | 19 November 2018 | Dirk Willem te Velde, Maximiliano Mendez-Parra, Karishma Banga, Linda Calabrese and Neil Balchin Increase regional trade in services; invest in digital; promote job creation; explore new financing mechanisms; and make manufacturing a policy priority. Read and comment
How AgTech is changing East African economies Insight | 1 October 2018 | Aarti Krishnan New technologies are disrupting the agriculture industry, bringing new investors and new (young) entrepreneurs – and new barriers to women's participation. Read and comment
