John Madeley es un escritor y locutor con dos décadas de enfoque en el desarrollo del Tercer Mundo y cuestiones ambientales. Su trabajo examina críticamente el impacto del comercio internacional, la ayuda exterior y las corporaciones multinacionales en las poblaciones empobrecidas. Los escritos de Madeley profundizan en las complejidades de los fracasos de los proyectos de desarrollo, proponiendo vías hacia el éxito y abogando por la agricultura sostenible y prácticas comerciales más justas. Ofrece un análisis perspicaz de las intrincadas conexiones entre las fuerzas económicas globales y la vida de los más vulnerables del mundo.
Focusing on the dynamics of North-South trade, this book explores commodities, services, and tourism, alongside the roles of transnational corporations and free trade zones. It critically examines international financial systems and proposes alternative South-North trading methods. Furthermore, it discusses necessary changes to enhance trade terms, providing insights into the complexities of global trade and its impact on poverty.
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