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Explore economist Paul Collier's bold and compassionate plan for closing the gap between rich and poor in this TED-Ed talk. Learn about the challenges faced by the "bottom billion" - people trapped in poor or failing countries - and discover potential solutions for global poverty. Examine the impact of commodity booms, the resource curse, and democracy on developing nations. Understand the importance of international standards, verified auctions, and effective communication in addressing global inequality. Gain insights into the five key decision points and the costs associated with implementing international rules to support struggling economies.
The Bottom Billion
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#Conference Talks
#TED-Ed
#Social Sciences
#Economics
#Global Development
#Sociology
#Social Inequality
#Political Science
#Democracy