The Second Shockwave
The global economic crisis is just now hitting the developing world with devastating effects.
Chomsky on the Rise of the South
Noam Chomsky looks at the increasing power and coordination of the countries of the Global South.
Balis Business-As-Usual Mandate
The outcome of the Bali climate talks is more likely to benefit the World Bank and investors than to put the brakes on climate change.
The Post-Washington Dissensus
The Washington Consensus is dead. Here’s what needs to take its place.
All Fall Down
Ten years after the Asian financial crisis, the Pacific economies have yet to really recover. Meanwhile, as columnist Walden Bello argues, finance capital resists any form of global regulation, making more financial crises likely.
Change and No Change at IMF
The selection of another Europe to head the IMF will only further marginalize the institution.
Zoellicks World Bank Coronation
Umpire, this game is fixed! Zoellick is poised to replace Wolfowitz in the World Banks latest one-horse-race.
Siesta time for the World Bank
The problem with the World Bank is much bigger than Paul Wolfowitz.
Wolfowitz’s Golden Parachute
Before confirming Zoellick as its next president, the World Bank should ask him a simple question: Are you, like your predecessor, aiming to get rich off of eliminating poverty?
Mr. Hardball Goes to the World Bank
Robert Zoellick, a tone-deaf, name-calling steely opportunist, is the wrong choice to lead the Bank.
The Question Not Asked
In the wake of Wolfowitz’s resignation, it’s time to address the World Bank’s excessively high salaries.
Top 10 Reasons Why Paul Wolfowitz Was a Great World Bank President
Progressives should think twice before rejoicing over Wolfie’s departure.
Chomsky Takes on the World (Bank)
Noam Chomsky analyzes the Wolfowitz scandal, odious debts, and presidential power.
Recycling Nuclear Waste Too Dangerous
President George W. Bush has recently intensified efforts to revive nuclear recycling.
Foreign Investors Gone Wild
Leaders of developing countries are often forced to work with institutions that promote and protect foreign investment — with little regard for the costs to democracy and the environment.