On 14 November 2019, the International Institute of Social Studies will host the launch of The Palgrave Handbook of Development Economics: Critical Reflections on Globalisation and Development
Applying a critical and pluralistic approach, the chapters in this Handbook examine economics of development paths under globalization, focusing on sustainable development in social, environmental, institutional and political economy dimensions.
It aims at advancing the frontier of development economics in these key aspects and generating more refined policy perspectives. It is critically reflective in examining effects of globalization on development paths to date, and in terms of methodological and analytical approaches, as well as forward-thinking in policy perspectives with a view to laying a foundation for sustainable development.
Programme
15.30 Welcome, Introduction: Arjun Bedi, Chair and  Deputy Rector Research ISS
15.35Â Overview of the Handbook : Machiko Nissanke, Editor and SOAS
16.05Â Questions from public
Three contributors to the Handbook:
16.15 Development Economics and Public Economics: Emerging Analytical Interface and Practical Policy Implications:Â Valpy FitzGerald, Oxford Univeristy and former ISS
16.30 Labour Institutions and Development Under Globalization: Servaas Storm, Delft University and Board Member ISS Journal Development and Change
16.45 Income Inequality in Developing Countries, Past and Present: Rolph van der Hoeven ISS
17.00 Comments: Mansoob Murshed, ISS
17.15 General Discussion
17.30 Closure, followed by drinks in the Butterfly Bar