In the words of Rene Dumont, a former French Minister, 'We are first and foremost exploiters of the poor, because of an economic system based on dominance that has been cunningly devised by and for the rich nations'.(Stranglehold in Africa) This statement encapsulates the currently followed paradigm for development.

When the newly independent Third World countries in their aim at achieving economic development and full employment, commenced action through various programs designed with guidance and advice from the United Nations, with the help of Developed Countries...

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Posted by rjorr at December 5, 2005 5:41 PM