Copenhagen summit will be 'success': UN climate chief Nov 20, 2009
"Almost every day now we see new commitments and pledges from both industrialized and developing countries," de Boer said, citing announcements from Brazil and South Korea on national plans to reduce emissions "in a very, very significant way.". Japan has also tabled a "very generous offer of upfront financing to help developing countries on mitigation and adaptation" to climate change, he said. (Yahoo! Asia News)
Soft and savvy: Moira goes into bat for desperate children Nov 20, 2009
Children are referred by aid workers, church groups or Australian doctors working in developing countries. Most of the treatment in Australia is done in private hospitals which donate the beds, and by surgeons and anaesthetists who donate their services. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Australia)
Nigeria: Diplomat Expresses Regrets Over UN Food Summit Nov 20, 2009
These were: renewed efforts to achieve the first Millennium Development Goal of halving hunger by 2015; improved international coordination through broadened participation by the public and private sector; international funding for agriculture in developing countries; and new investments in agricultural production there" His words: "I am convinced that together we can eradicate hunger from our planet," he added. "But we must move from words to actions. Let us do it for a more prosperous, more... (allAfrica.com)
Agriculture outlook is cautiously optimistic Nov 20, 2009
U.S. agriculture needs to focus on exports to developing countries with an expanding middle-class population. The middle class in developing countries is where the action is going to be ... It all starts with demand, and demand is expected to improve in these developing countries. (Mattoon Journal-Gazette, IL)
Little hope for Copenhagen talks Nov 20, 2009
This meant that the Kyoto Protocol, already on the backburner, would be jettisoned altogether -- a position that's not acceptable to most developing countries ... In this ministerial meeting, Japan and others demanded that the political statement make clear that all countries, including developing countries like India, must undertake commitments to reduce greenhouse gas levels under this proposed new instrument ... The single legal instrument would blur the distinction between the rich countries... (India Times)
Oil Revenue Challenges Ghana Nov 20, 2009
Although the deleterious effects of oil wealth in such countries as Angola, Equatorial Guinea and Nigeria are frequently noted, there are a number of other developing countries such as Botswana, Chile and Indonesia that have managed their resource wealth wisely. Ghana is an important test case of the prospects for resource-led development because on many institutional governance measures it scores lower than Botswana but higher than other African oil producers. (Ghana Web, Ghana)
Uganda: 'Women Most Affected by Climate Change' Nov 20, 2009
The 2009 State of the World report released in London yesterday said even though women bear the disproportionate burden of climate change, their plight has largely been overlooked especially in developing countries. Some of the climate change effects include rising sea levels, droughts, melting glaciers and extreme weather conditions. (allAfrica.com)
Africa: Climate Change and the Population 'Bomb': A Debate Not to Shy Away From Nov 20, 2009
Given that population numbers are larger in developing countries and that finger pointing by the developed world usually unleashes a storm of protest ... This time the premises and discourse is much more nuanced and not accusatory -- where the rich world accused developing countries of having too many people and exacerbating the cause of environmental problems ... However, if Hurricane Katrina is anything to go by, it is, firstly, quite evident that developed economies can be as severely ravaged... (allAfrica.com)
Africa-China ties example for South-South cooperation Nov 20, 2009
FREETOWN, Nov. 19 (Xinhua) -- Ties between developing countries commonly referred to as the South-South Cooperation are increasingly seen as one of the most promising ways to enhance sustainable growth in developing countries like Sierra Leone. In this regard most developing countries, especially in Africa, have realized that for Africa to develop to meet the Millennium Development Goals, it must forge close cooperation with other developing countries that have been able to forge ahead in... (Xinhuanet, China)
Cost of child vaccines fall, more kids saved Nov 20, 2009
About half of the vaccines purchased by the alliance were produced in developing countries such as India. "We know that immunization will start children having healthy lives," former Irish President Mary Robinson, board chair of the alliance, said as she watched the babies being immunized in Hanoi's Tan Hong Commune Heath Center. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Health)
When East Meets West: Why Consumers Turn to Alternative Medicine Nov 20, 2009
"Examples of the wide array of health remedy options available to consumers include drugs, supplements, acupuncture, massage therapy, Ayurveda, and Traditional Chinese Medicine (to name a few). Such medical pluralism is common in both developed and developing countries and raises the questions: How do consumers choose among health remedies, and what are the consequences for a healthy lifestyle?" write authors Wenbo Wang (New York University), Hean Tat Keh (Beijing University), and Lisa E. Bolton... (Science Daily)
AIDS, Malaria Eclipse the Biggest Child-Killers Nov 20, 2009
A vaccine has been available since 2000 but has not yet reached many children in developing countries. The GAVI Alliance, a global partnership, hopes to introduce it to 42 countries by 2015. (Newsmax)
New Year's resolution: Change the world a forkful at a time Nov 20, 2009
By choosing Fair Trade foods, you can help improve the lot of workers in developing countries ... When you see the mark on food and other goods, you can be assured that the producers in developing countries have received a fair price for their products, allowing them to make investments into improving their local community and infrastructure. (Chronicle Newspapers, VA)
Switzerland and the EUDefence Nov 20, 2009
Other developing countries receive Swiss support channelled through international programmes, and in cases of natural disasters the Swiss Disaster Relief Unit is responsible. The western industrialised countries under the umbrella of the OECD increased their development aid in 2003. (SwissInfo.org, Switzerland)
2010 WC: Antar Yahia sends Algeria to the World CupSudanese women seek int'l support over repressive laws against themUN envoy visits Sudan to assess status of child soldiersBADEA DG arrives Congo EU to train 2,000 Somali soldiersIMO pledges support to avert piracy off Somali coastSomalian prime minister to visit BrusselsLibya, Somalia review cooperation 7 journalists killed in three years in DR CongoUNDP, France to build hostels for trainee police officers in DRCWorld Club: TP Mazembe starts against Pohang SteelersNigerian club fails in bid to lift African champions league title Ivorian Prime Minister urges mutinous soldiers to remain calmGbagbo: "Whoever delays Ivorian elections is a criminal"Gbagbo reaffirms his desire for Ivorian peaceGbagbo signs Ivorian amnesty law ON THE WIRE FAO Summit boosts agriculture to end hungerNairobi, Kenya (PANA) - The three-day World Summit on Food Securityended in Rome late Wednesday after committing the internationalcommunity to investing more in agriculture and to eradicating hungerat the earliest date. 19/11/2009 Full Text... Nov 19, 2009
Others are: A promise to reverse the downward trend in domestic and international funding for agriculture, food security and rural development in developing countries and significantly increase their share in public development aid; and a decision to promote new investments in ag ricultural production and productivity in developing countries in order to reduce poverty and achieve food security for all. The Summit also adopted Five Rome Principles for Sustainable Global Food Securit y including:... (Panapress.com)
World Bank: Msia needs faster structural reforms Nov 19, 2009
Malaysias entrepreneurship is relatively low versus other developing countries. To deepen the private sector, it needs high innovations and responsiveness to respond to threats and opportunities arising from the shift in world growth from advanced economies to emerging ones in Asia, led by China and India, he added. (The Star Online, Malaysia -- Business)
UK to pay 1.5m towards road safety in developing countries Nov 19, 2009
Road accidents are now a bigger cause of death than malaria in developing countries, with one person dying on the roads every 30 seconds ... Minister for Development Gareth Thomas said the road safety statistics in developing countries were "shocking" ... "Statistics show that the UK has some of the safest roads in the world. We must use our expertise to help developing countries meet the safety standards that we take for granted.". (BBC News -- UK)
The 16-year 'banana war' Nov 19, 2009
But, according to the EU memo, the deal with Latin American suppliers could "also clear the way for an understanding between Latin American and ACP developing countries" on trade issues. It points out that the banana deal cannot be initialed until such an understanding is reached. (iAfrica.com)
600 million lack toilets in India Nov 19, 2009
" Private sector involvement could help cut the number of people in India and other developing countries who have no sanitation -- estimated at 2.6 billion -- while more schemes are needed to make open defecation socially unacceptable, he said. In Haryana state, north India, a successful "No Toilet, No Wife" campaign has been running, urging women to turn down suitors if they cannot provide them a house with a lavatory. "Every problem is a business," said Sim, adding there would be a benefit for... (India Times, India -- Community News)
India won't accept legally binding emission cuts: Jairam Ramesh Nov 19, 2009
The Dec 7-18 summit of the UN Framework Convention on Climate Change is anyway unlikely to produce any global deal on combating global warming, because rich countries responsible for the damage have neither promised significant emission cuts nor put on the table significant money to help developing countries fight climate change effects. Ramesh stated that rather than committing to legally binding cuts internationally, India needs to take proactive steps domestically to tackle climate change. (India Times, India -- Community News)
EU, Russia agree to cooperate in climate, energy fields Nov 19, 2009
"We are in agreement on the two degree target and the need for emissions reductions from both developed and developing countries in order to reach it. Russia is one of the world's greatest emitting countries, so it has an important role to play if the world is to reach a climate agreement in Copenhagen," said the Swedish prime minister. European Commison President Jose Manuel Barroso speaks at a news conference after a one-day EU-Russia summit in Stockholm, capital of Sweden, Nov. 18, 2009. (Xinhuanet, China)
China, Sudan agree on agriculture cooperation Nov 19, 2009
"China and Sudan, both developing countries, are facing many similar tasks and challenges ahead, and share broad common interests," said Zhou, urging both sides to keep exploring new ways of cooperation in a bid to achieve common development. Zhou also called on Sudan to fully implement the Comprehensive Peace Agreement (CPA), which was signed in 2005 to end a two-decade war between north and south Sudan, for the purpose of solidarity, stability and development in the country. (Xinhuanet, China)
Missing demons haunt Dainty Nov 19, 2009
Unsafe water and poor sanitation continue to claim lives in developing countries: about 4 million people die each year from diseases caused by contaminated water and poor hygiene. Around the world there are about 2. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Australia)
Model Helena Christensen examines climate change in Peru Nov 19, 2009
"And Oxfam reaches so many people I figured it was definitely a way to bring awareness about what was going on prior to the climate conference in Copenhagen. World leaders will gather in Copenhagen from December 7-18 for talks to prepare the way for a new climate deal to replace the Kyoto Protocol, which expires in 2012. Hopes have been dashed in recent weeks that the talks would lead to a binding agreement on cutting emissions and helping developing countries deal with the effects of climate... (Yahoo! Asia News)
Nigeria: Developing Countries Challenge West, China on Climate Nov 19, 2009
com: Nigeria: Copenhagen - Developing Countries Ambush West, China in Negotiations (Page 1 of 1). Copenhagen - Developing Countries Ambush West, China in Negotiations ... Rising from a recent summit on Climate Vulnerable Forum (CVF) organized by a group of developing countries in Maldives to fine-tune their position at the next month's climate change meet in Copenhagen, zero carbon tolerance has been canvassed. (allAfrica.com)
Outbreak linked to cases in South Nov 19, 2009
More than 80 percent of adults in developing countries have had hepatitis A as children, he said. "That leads to the sort of conundrum we have with developing countries," he said. (Yahoo News -- Hepatitis)
Africa: Climate Change Likely to Increase African Hunger Woes Nov 19, 2009
All other successful developing countries were either East Asian, Arab, or Latin American nations ... "State budgets for agriculture in most African state have been reduced by some 50 percent in the last 20 years," Windfuhr told IPS. "But also international cooperation and development aid has moved away from supporting local food production in developing countries." ... "To make things worse, subsidies for agriculture in Europe and North America and increasing export of these highly subsidised... (allAfrica.com)
Kidney disease rises Nov 19, 2009
Rocketing diabetes in developing countries is leading to the rapid growth of kidney disease ... Life-saving treatments are too expensive to be used widely in most developing countries ... London, England (CNN) -- Kidney disease is becoming a growing problem in developing countries, caused by an explosion in cases of diabetes and high blood pressure, experts say. (CNN -- International)
Stop begging, Africa leaders told Nov 19, 2009
It is a lifetime's work where we empower the people of Africa and the developing countries to make decisions for themselves. Gordon BrownUK Chancellor of the Exchequer. (Yahoo News -- Libya)
South Africa: 'Women Should Be More Than Window Dressing' [interview] Nov 19, 2009
Women in developing countries are among the most vulnerable to the effects of crisis - be that climate change, food price hikes, the HIV/AIDS pandemic or the global recession. It is becoming more commonplace to hear women's testimony, but are women's voices heard when it comes to deciding on solutions. (allAfrica.com)
Prof discusses social entrepreneurship Nov 19, 2009
The reality is students want to go to developing countries. They want to step into Africa and experience that absolute poverty, Shaughnessy said. (Northeastern News, MA)
* Anti-smoking ban falters in Egypt Nov 19, 2009
Egypt, like many developing countries, has a smoking problem. Tobacco is cheap, and pastimes are few. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World)
Poor women 'bear climate burden' Nov 19, 2009
Women do a larger part of agricultural work in developing countries. Women in developing countries will be the most vulnerable to climate change, a report from the United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA) has warned ... Describing "a cycle of deprivation", the report said that women in developing countries did a larger share of farming and had less access to income-earning opportunities. (BBC News -- South Asia)
Mobius bets big on BRIC stocks, expects 40% gain Nov 19, 2009
The MSCI Emerging Markets Index of 22 developing countries added 0. 6% to 986. (India Times)
U.S., China compete in Africa Nov 19, 2009
5 billion hunger and food security initiative focused on agriculture over the next three years in developing countries. Much of the money is intended for Africa. (CNN -- World)
Africa: Poor Infrastructure Costs Continent a Two Percent Growth Rate Nov 18, 2009
According to Briceno Garmendia, infrastructure in Africa lags behind other developing countries despite its critical role to growth. The report highlights challenges under energy sector which is the most challenge towards infrastructure growth in Africa. (allAfrica.com)
Geithner: US Must Not Drop Ball on Financial Fix Nov 18, 2009
Geithner testified on steps being taken by the world's 20 major rich and developing countries since their meeting in Pittsburgh in September. At that meeting, following gatherings of the Group of 20 in London in April and in Washington, D.C., last November, participants decreed that henceforth the G-20 would take over the primary role of the earlier Group of Eight as the major international bloc for international economic cooperation. (ABC News -- Wire)
Malawi's miracle Nov 18, 2009
Much of the attention at the meeting will focus on the need for developing countries to come up with their own solutions for feeding themselves, rather than being handed a plan by donors. Malawi provides an example of a "country-based solution" which has succeeded so far. (BBC News -- Business)
When East meets West: Why consumers turn to alternative medicine Nov 18, 2009
"Examples of the wide array of health remedy options available to consumers include drugs, supplements, acupuncture, massage therapy, Ayurveda, and Traditional Chinese Medicine (to name a few). Such medical pluralism is common in both developed and developing countries and raises the questions: How do consumers choose among health remedies, and what are the consequences for a healthy lifestyle?" write authors Wenbo Wang (New York University), Hean Tat Keh (Beijing University), and Lisa E. Bolton... (EurekAlert!)
Stop begging, Africa leaders told Nov 18, 2009
It is a lifetime's work where we empower the people of Africa and the developing countries to make decisions for themselves. Gordon BrownUK Chancellor of the Exchequer. (Yahoo News -- Libya)
UN may not certify result of East Timor vote Nov 18, 2009
But he said that intimidation is a way of life in developing countries. "I must say that by and large the election has been peaceful considering the number of voters and the size of the country with 1 million people," he said. (Yahoo News -- East Timor)
Earth 'heading for 6C' of warming Nov 18, 2009
Fossil fuel emissions are rising with GDP, particularly in developing countries ... All of that growth came in developing countries, but a quarter of it came through production of goods for consumption in industrialised nations. (BBC News)
France - GDP stays, happiness too hard to pin down Nov 18, 2009
A key member of Stiglitz's team was Armatya Sen of India, who won the 1998 Nobel prize in economics for his work on developing countries. Sen helped create the United Nations' Human Development Index, a yearly welfare indicator that takes account of health and living standards. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Business)
China,Brazil to advance military ties to a new high Nov 18, 2009
As strategic partners and large developing countries, bilateral relations between China and Brazil made strides in recent years, said Xu Caihou, Vice Chairman of China's Central Military Commissions. In meeting with visiting Brazilian Defense Minister Nelson Jobim, Xu said China would like to work with Brazil for new achievements of the bilateral ties and made new contribution to world peace and stability. (Xinhuanet, China)
Carbon pollution up, despite recession Nov 18, 2009
It s China and India and all the developing countries together. Carbon dioxide emissions, the chief man-made greenhouse gas, come from the burning of coal, oil, natural gas, and also from the production of cement, which is a significant pollution factor in China. (Boston Globe)
Our climate deeds will influence other nations Nov 18, 2009
It's just expensive, especially for developing countries ... - Developing countries commit to actions to slow the growth of their emissions ... - Developed countries commit to reduce their emissions, and help pay the bill for actions taken by developing countries. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Opinion)
Geithner testifies G-20 will endure in world economics Nov 18, 2009
Testifying before the Senate Foreign Relations Committee on the G-20 and its role, Mr. Geithner said that the group -- including developing countries and expanded from G-7s and G-8s of years past -- is far from perfect, but it will endure ... "Banks deciding whether to fund major energy projects in developing countries, particularly middle-income countries, should take care not to lock them into a high-carbon future that will be costly for all of us -- and especially devastating for the world's... (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
New Report Finds Four Forces Will Shape the Future of Mobile Banking Nov 18, 2009
7 billion people who currently don't use a bank will have access to branchless banking methods such as mobile phones and the internet by 2020 is a huge step towards financial inclusion for people in developing countries. "The poor are kept in poverty when they are financially excluded. This means they lack safe places to save money, the opportunity to invest in their future and cannot reduce the risk of their savings being lost in natural disasters. "As this report shows, governments and the... (Canada Newswire)
Counting world's 'invisible' children Nov 18, 2009
"A quarter of developing countries with birth registration data have a birth registration rate of less than 50 percent. We must think outside the traditional boxes and really see what birth registration means for a child throughout their whole life," she told CNN.. As for A-Lea and Orowan, their future looks bright: "Since 2008 my name has been added to the house registration document, and when I turn 15 I can go to the district office and get a Thai ID card. This makes me very, very happy,"... (CNN -- World)
Geithner says international financial system must be reformed Nov 18, 2009
"This means giving greater representation to dynamic emerging market and developing countries that are now playing a greater role in the global economy and it also means preserving our strong leadership role in the Fund," he noted. In the testimony, Geithner also urged the world to rebalance the economy to achieve strong and sustainable growth. (Xinhuanet, China)
Fossil Fuel Carbon Dioxide Emissions Up by 29 Percent Since 2000 Nov 18, 2009
The use of coal as a fuel has now surpassed oil and developing countries now emit more greenhouse gases than developed countries -- with a quarter of their growth in emissions accounted for by increased trade with the West ... Emissions from emerging economies such as China and India have more than doubled since 1990 and developing countries now emit more greenhouse gases than developed countries ... A quarter of the growth in CO2 emissions in developing countries can be accounted for by an... (Science Daily)
Africa heading for 'smoking epidemic' Nov 18, 2009
One of the reports presented there warns that African nations are set to undergo the highest increase in the rate of tobacco use among developing countries ... "Tobacco companies are targeting poor, developing countries in Africa.". (BBC News -- Health)
BHP Billiton's Kloppers Remains Cautious on Global Economy in Short Term Nov 18, 2009
Notwithstanding the short-term uncertainty in markets, the long-term growth prospects for resources are strong with demand growth driven by developing countries, in particular China and India, Kloppers said today, echoing comments made by his Chairman Don Argus on Oct. 22. Australian Exports. (Bloomberg -- Australia & New Zealand)
Bangladesh wants $10 billion to fight climate change Nov 18, 2009
"We'll raise the issue in Copenhagen although the pledging of funds is not the main issue at the climate summit. We are paying the price of carbon emissions of the rich and fast developing countries and they must compensate.". Impoverished Bangladesh, with a population of 144 million, is exceedingly vulnerable to climate change, according to scientists who say the frequency of floods, droughts and cyclones has already increased. (India Times, India)
COMMENT: More Hot Air Nov 18, 2009
The contentious issues remain emissions caps and the funding and transfer of clean technology to developing countries ... Meanwhile, Brazil has pledged voluntary cuts of up to 42 per cent by 2010 and other developing countries are pulling their weight as well. (India Times, India)
Agriculture outlook is cautiously optimistic Nov 18, 2009
U.S. agriculture needs to focus on exports to developing countries with an expanding middle-class population. The middle class in developing countries is where the action is going to be ... It all starts with demand, and demand is expected to improve in these developing countries. (Mattoon Journal-Gazette, IL)
Zimbabwe: Mugabe Blasts West's Subsidies to Farmers Nov 18, 2009
Rome RICH countries' agricultural subsidies and denial of market access to produce from developing countries were partly to blame for low crop production in developing nations, President Mugabe has said ... Western subsidies, he said, were suffocating farmers in poor and developing countries ... "Add to this denial of market access to agricultural products from developing countries and that completes the host of factors which undermine crop production in our countries," said President Mugabe. (allAfrica.com)
Leaders miss chance to stem global corruption Nov 18, 2009
In developing countries, corruption fuels a cycle of poverty as non-functioning institutions fail to provide goods and services, according to Transparency. Bribery - excluding investment losses and damage to development and economic growth - siphoned off $1 trillion (R7. (Business Report, South Africa)
US-China climate statement raises hopes, que... Nov 18, 2009
The Copenhagen agreement would require developing countries such as China to curb emissions growth as well. In a joint statement, Obama and Hu said Copenhagen should produce a comprehensive agreement that would "include emission reduction targets of developed countries and nationally appropriate mitigation actions of developing countries.". (San Diego Union-Tribune)
Uganda: 'Corruption Worse in Country' Nov 18, 2009
The report speaks of entrenched wrongs: foreign investors offering bribes to fix business deals in developing countries and public employees falsifying accountability, undermining economic recovery from last year's financial meltdown. The national coordinator of Anti-Corruption Coalition Uganda, Mr Jasper Tumuhimbise, agreed with the report authors that those countries with fractured institutions such as Parliament and the Judiciary lose more public resources through official complicity. (allAfrica.com)
South Africa: Deputy President Calls for Decisive Action on Food Nov 18, 2009
"This is the essence of the urgent task facing this summit. And to equal this task, we need strong accountability, follow-up mechanisms, monitoring, evaluation and matching funding to implement our decisions. "The world cannot afford another summit in the face of increasing number of hungry people; let this summit help end hunger," said Motlanthe. Relevant Links He further called on the speedy conclusion of the Doha Development Round negotiations if the summit intended to counter the instability... (allAfrica.com)
IFAD president praises China's efforts in fighting hunger Nov 18, 2009
ROME, Nov. 17 (Xinhua) -- China's experience in eradicating hunger can be learned by other developing countries, the president of the UN International Fund for Agricultural Development (IFAD) said on Tuesday. Speaking to reporters on the sidelines of the World Summit on Food Security, Kanayo Nwanze said China has done a lot both in increasing national funds for agriculture and in supporting other developing countries through strategic rural investments ... For Nwanze China can be a role-model... (Xinhuanet, China)
South Korea targets carbon cuts Nov 17, 2009
South Korea has approved a cut in carbon emissions, saying it wants to set an example for the world's developing countries. Emissions will be reduced by 4% by 2020 compared to the 2005 level, the South Korean cabinet decided. (BBC News -- Asia-Pacific)
Largest international family planning conference in 15 years opens Nov 17, 2009
It is a cost-effective development investment," he said. Since the 1960s family planning has helped reduce fertility in developing countries from an average of six births per woman to three. More than 200 million women worldwide currently seek to delay or avoid pregnancy, but lack safe and effective means to family planning. "In some countries, the unmet need for family planning outruns the actual use, and the United Nations estimates that by 2050, contraceptive demand will grow by 40 per cent... (Ghana Web, Ghana)
Paul Krugman: Chinese economy grows at expense of U.S. workers Nov 17, 2009
This has given Chinese exporters a growing competitive advantage over their rivals, especially producers in other developing countries. What makes China's currency policy especially problematic is the depressed state of the world economy. (Sacramento Bee -- Opinion)
