The wide range of topics to be covered by the studies may include but is not limited by: a) Globalization and the chronic poor b) ‘Corporate globalization’ and the poor. c) Threshold and externality effects of globalization and dynamics of ‘between-country inequality’ e) Global economic...

This is the first time that the Congress to be convened in Asia under its new name, the International Society for Labour and Social Security Law. There are also two new practices which will be adopted for this Congress. First of all, rather than just submitting their written reports as was...

The programme will focus around two main themes: (1) New trends in economics (2) Understanding the great changes in the world

The conference will focus on various aspects within the field, with special attention given to the interaction between the different areas and in particular emphasizing the role of mathematics and statistics. Topics that would be covered include among others: Stochastic models Modern methods of...

The year 2005 will be the time to discuss energy issues from global aspects. The abundance of energy resources on the Earth has been a key factor for the rapid development of the world economy and science technology for the past two centuries. But, the over-consumption of energy resources and...

The Summit in 2005 presents an unparalleled opportunity as the G-8 will focus the world’s attention squarely on mobilizing the necessary partnerships and resources to improve the plight of Africa. A big push is necessary if Africa is to meet Millennium Development Goals on poverty, mortality...