Every Monday, the German Institute of Development and Sustainability (IDOS) comments on the latest issues and trends of international development policy by its Current Column. The column is intended for politically interested readers who want to get a brief overview on the state of German and international development policy.
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Bauer, Steffen / Robert Bradley (2019)
The Current Column, 11 June 2019
With the update of the Nationally Determined Contributions (NDCs), international climate policy is entering a decisive phase. However, tackling climate change is a big and complex task.
Högl, Maximilian / Benedikt Erforth / Niels Keijzer (2019)
The Current Column, 06 June 2019
The 2019 European elections did not lead to the wave of right-wing populism that many had feared they would. However, It is now time for the European Parliament to capitalise on the fresh relevance afforded to it by the European elections
Ragoussis, Alexandros (2019)
The Current Column, 27 May 2019
In international development cooperation, the private sector is often longed for a great source of opportunities for the economic development of fragile states. But reality is sobering.
Preiß, Carlotta (2019)
The Current Column, 14 May 2019
Many international organizations rely on digital strategies to support displaced persons. But access to the Internet is still severely limited for people in the Global South.
Brüntrup, Michael (2019)
The Current Column, 06 May 2019
The agriculture ministers are kicking off the G20 series of ministerial meetings. Nevertheless, agriculture and food security have only recently become important topics in international policy-making.
Grimm, Sven (2019)
The Current Column, 29 April 2019
The next general election will be held on 8 May. While it might be won comfortably by the ruling party, it could still prove difficult and will barely have any effect on the nation’s dwindling global role.
El-Haddad, Amirah (2019)
The Current Column, 15 April 2019
Whatever the reason, raising the minimum wage in Egypt is not a good idea. The public sector minimum wage and wage increases will increase inequality not reduce it.
Furness, Mark / Annabelle Houdret (2019)
The Current Column, 08 April 2019
Since the 2011 Arab uprisings, European countries have supported development and stability in North Africa with increased aid and increased arms sales. This incoherent approach risks fuelling further conflict.
Stamm, Andreas (2019)
The Current Column, 01 April 2019
Hans Jonas has had a significant influence on the “ecological imperative”. In view of eroding planetary boundaries, however, is it still completely valid today?