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UPCOMING EVENT

Save to My PortfolioA Call to Action for Global Early Child Development

Thursday, December 04, 2008
2:00 PM to 3:30 PM
Washington, DC

On December 4, the Wolfensohn Center for Development at Brookings and the Committee for Economic Development will host a discussion on the importance of early child development and its impact on sustainable economic development in the developing world. Read More

Development, Developing Countries, Education

RESEARCH AND COMMENTARY

Save to My PortfolioGlobal Economic Crisis: Mixed Forecast for Jordan and Syria

Navtej Dhillon, Nader Kabbani and Taher Kanaan, December 01, 2008, The Brookings Institution

Global Economic Crisis: Mixed Forecast for Jordan and SyriaJordan and Syria have recently faced similar economic challenges such as absorbing large numbers of Iraqi refugees and fighting high inflation. Yet the global economic slowdown may have unique implications for development and reform in each country, as Taher Kanaan and Nader Kabbani reveal in interviews with the Middle East Youth Initiative’s Navtej Dhillon. Read More

Middle East, Financial Markets, Global Economics, Development, Jordan

RESEARCH AND COMMENTARY

Save to My PortfolioExpecting the Unexpected: Macroeconomic Volatility and Climate Policy

Warwick J. McKibbin, Adele Morris and Peter J. Wilcoxen, November 2008, The Brookings Institution

The global financial crisis stresses the importance of developing a global climate architecture that can withstand major economic disruptions. In a new working paper, Warwick McKibbin, Adele Morris, and Peter Wilcoxen examine the effects of unanticipated macroeconomic shocks to growth in developing countries or a global financial crisis on the performance of three climate policy regimes: a globally-harmonized carbon tax; a global cap and trade system; and the McKibbin-Wilcoxen hybrid. Read More

Climate and Energy Economics, Climate Change, Development, Developing Countries, Global Economics

VIDEO

Save to My PortfolioRethinking U.S.-Latin America Relations

Mauricio Cárdenas, November 24, 2008

Rethinking U.S.-Latin America RelationsLatin America Initiative Director Mauricio Cárdenas says the Partnership for the Americas Commission’s new report offers important recommendations and insights for the president-elect.

Latin America, Global Economics, Global Poverty, Development, Foreign Policy

RESEARCH AND COMMENTARY

Save to My PortfolioLight at the End of the Tunnel in Egypt's Marriage Crisis?

Navtej Dhillon and Ragui Assaad, November 23, 2008, The Egyptian Gazette

Light at the End of the Tunnel in Egypt's Marriage Crisis?Navtej Dhillon and Ragui Assaad share findings from new research by the Middle East Youth Initiative indicating that a series of reforms in Egypt has given young people easier access to rental housing. With housing more affordable so, too, is marriage, giving hope to numerous young people in the region who have delayed married life due to financial constraints. Read More

Middle East, Development, Egypt, Housing, Marriage and Family Formation

PAST EVENT

Save to My PortfolioAmerican Education in the Middle East: Smart Power for a New Era

Friday, November 21, 2008
1:30 PM to 3:00 PM
Washington, DC

David Arnold, President, American University of CairoOn November 21, the Middle East Youth Initiative at the Wolfensohn Center for Development at Brookings hosted David Arnold, president of the American University in Cairo, for a discussion on the future of American-style higher education in the Middle East.  The discussion will highlight the growing ties between U.S. colleges and universities and their counterparts in the Middle East and the role of such institutions in promoting social and economic development in the region. Read More

Middle East, Education, Development

RESEARCH AND COMMENTARY

Save to My PortfolioThe G-20 Financial Summit: Seven Issues at Stake

November 12, 2008, The Brookings Institution

The G-20 Financial Summit: Seven Issues at StakeLeaders from G-20 countries gathered in Washington, D.C. to address a financial crisis whose evolution highlights a dramatic shift in the global economy. In a new report, Brookings Global experts examine seven key issues at stake and make recommendations for next steps. Read More

Financial Markets, Global Governance, Financial Institutions, Global Economics, Global Finance

PAST EVENT

Save to My PortfolioArab Youth Between Hope and Disillusionment: Toward a New U.S. Strategy in the Middle East

Monday, November 10, 2008
1:00 PM to 2:30 PM
Washington, DC

Reuters/Zohra BensemraOn November 10, the Wolfensohn Center for Development and the Saban Center for Middle East Policy at Brookings will host a discussion on emerging trends in youth attitudes toward future economic prospects in the Middle East and North Africa. Policy-makers, development experts and business leaders are acknowledging the importance of achieving a better understanding of the needs and aspirations of the Middle East’s youth demographic. Read More

Middle East, Development, Economic Development, Islamic World

RESEARCH AND COMMENTARY

Save to My PortfolioGlobal Economic Crisis: Can Egypt Emerge as a Winner?

Navtej Dhillon and Heba Handoussa, November 03, 2008, The Brookings Institution

Global Economic Crisis: Can Egypt Emerge as a Winner?In the third in a series of analyses by the Middle East Youth Initiative, Navtej Dhillon speaks with with prominent Middle East economist Dr. Heba Handoussa on the critical issues facing Egypt’s economy and how it can create a favorable climate for long-term growth and investment in the context of the global financial crisis. Read More

Middle East, Egypt, Global Economics, Development, Labor Markets

RESEARCH AND COMMENTARY

Save to My PortfolioThe Experience with Regional Economic Cooperation Organizations: Lessons for Central Asia

Johannes F. Linn and Oksana Pidufala, October 2008, The Brookings Institution

Central Asia has attempted to strengthen its regional integration and cooperation since the collapse of the Soviet Union. Johannes Linn and Oksana Pidufala globally examine regional cooperation initiatives and organizations, and analyze functions and performance to draw lessons for the future success of the Central Asia Regional Economic Cooperation Program. Read More

Economic Development, Central Asia, Development, Developing Countries, Global Economics

RESEARCH AND COMMENTARY

Save to My PortfolioCan the West Save Africa?

William Easterly, October 2008, The Brookings Institution

Can the West Save Africa?In a new working paper, William Easterly examines the Western efforts to “save Africa.” He argues that little has been learned over the years with the aid to Africa effort and that it has merely been a cycling of aid ideas. Read More

Africa, Foreign Aid, Development, Global Poverty, Developing Countries

RESEARCH AND COMMENTARY

Save to My PortfolioScaling Up: A Framework and Lessons for Development Effectiveness from Literature and Practice

Arntraud Hartmann and Johannes F. Linn, October 2008, The Brookings Institution

Scaling up—expanding, adapting, and sustaining successful projects, programs, or policies over time—can substantially reduce poverty. To improve the effectiveness of development programs, Arntraud Hartmann and Johannes Linn outline the key aspects that allow for scaling up to occur. This framework includes the implementation phases of development interventions—monitoring, evaluating, planning and effective management. Hartmann and Linn also reflect on lessons learned, case studies, and implications for aid and aid donors. Read More

Development, Developing Countries, Economic Development, Foreign Aid, Global Economics

RESEARCH AND COMMENTARY

Save to My PortfolioGlobal Economic Crisis: Short and Long-term Prospects for Egypt

Navtej Dhillon and Ragui Assaad, October 29, 2008, The Brookings Institution

Global Economic Crisis: Short and Long-term Prospects for EgyptIn a recorded discussion, Navtej Dhillon speaks to Dr. Ragui Assaad on short-term and long-term prospects for the Egyptian economy. This piece is the second in a series of analyses, "Food, Fuel, and Finance: How Will the Middle East Weather the Global Economic Crisis?" by the Middle East Youth Initiative. Read More

Middle East, Global Economics, Egypt, Development, Education

RESEARCH AND COMMENTARY

Save to My PortfolioThe G-20 Summit: What’s It All About?

Lex Rieffel, October 27, 2008, The Brookings Institution

In new commentary, Lex Rieffel examines the upcoming G-20 financial summit in Washington, scheduled for November 15, and discusses recommendations to improve the effectiveness of the discussions and the governance structure. Read More

Global Governance, Development, Developing Countries, Global Poverty

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Colin I. Bradford

Colin I. Bradford

Nonresident Senior Fellow, Global Economy and Development

A former chief economist at the U.S. Agency for International Development, Colin Bradford focuses on global economic governance, environmental governance and international economics and development.
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Lael Brainard

Lael Brainard

Vice President and Director, Global Economy and Development
Bernard L. Schwartz Chair in International Economics

Lael Brainard is vice president and director of Global Economy and Development. Formerly White House Deputy National Economic Adviser and Associate Professor at MIT, she focuses on competitiveness, trade, international economics, U.S. foreign assistance and global poverty. She is also the Director of the All Brookings Initiative on Competitiveness.
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ExpertMark B. McClellan

A medical doctor and economist, Mark McClellan works on promoting high-quality, innovative and affordable health care. Once commissioner of the Food and Drug Administration and administrator of the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services, Dr. McClellan now directs the Engelberg Center for Health Care Reform.

TOPICThe Presidential Transition

During the 77 days from the election to the Inauguration, Brookings experts will offer 12 "Memos to the President" on top policy priorities across the spectrum of domestic and global challenges, plus additional advice on transitioning from campaigning to governing.

ExpertJulia B. Isaacs

Julia Isaacs focuses on public investments in children and how children are affected by national budgetary policies. A former federal budget analyst, she also researches the economic mobility of children and families across the income spectrum.

ExpertSuzanne Maloney

Suzanne Maloney studies Iran, the political economy of the Persian Gulf and Middle East energy policy. A former U.S. State Department policy advisor, she has also counseled private companies on Middle East issues.

TopicMigration

Migration is an issue that bridges Brookings’s expertise in domestic and foreign policy. In the United States, reforming immigration policy remains a subject of intense political debate. Globally, the unprecedented movement of people across borders raises issues in both industrialized countries and the developing world.

ExpertCarlos Pascual

Carlos Pascual is a former U.S. ambassador to Ukraine. As vice president and director of Foreign Policy, he focuses on post-conflict stabilization and international security policy.

ExpertMartin S. Indyk

Ambassador to Israel and assistant secretary of state for near east affairs during the Clinton Administration, Martin Indyk directs the Saban Center for Middle East Policy. He currently focuses on the Clinton administration’s diplomacy and the Arab-Israeli conflict.

ExpertEswar Prasad

Eswar Prasad, the Tolani Senior Professor of Trade Policy at Cornell University, is a senior fellow in Global Economy and Development. He was previously head of the Financial Studies Division and the China Division at the IMF.

ExpertHugh B. Price

Former president and chief executive officer of the National Urban League, Hugh Price is an expert on education, civil rights, equal opportunity and criminal justice. His 40-year career spans journalism, philanthropy, the law, and social advocacy.

ExpertDarrell M. West

Darrell M. West is the vice president and director of Governance Studies at Brookings. His studies include campaigns and elections, political advertising, mass media, public opinion, technology policy and electronic government.

ProgramGovernance Studies

Governance Studies explores political institutions of the United States and other democracies to assess how they govern, how their practices compare and how citizens and public servants can advance sound governance.

Research ProjectLatin America Initiative

The Latin America Initiative provides high-quality, in-depth, and independent research across a range of economic and political issues, and offers policy recommendations aimed at U.S. and Latin American policymakers.

ExpertMauricio Cárdenas

Mauricio Cárdenas is a senior fellow and director of the Latin American Initiative. Formerly minister of Economic Development and Transportation, and director of National Planning of Colombia, his research focuses on international and development economics. He is also the president of the Latin American and Caribbean Economic Association (LACEA).

Policy CenterEngelberg Center for Health Care Reform

The Engelberg Center for Health Care Reform provides practical solutions to achieve high-quality, innovative, affordable health care with particular emphasis on identifying opportunities on the national, state and local levels.

ExpertRebecca Blank

Rebecca Blank is an expert on the interaction between the macroeconomy, government anti-poverty programs, and the behavior and well being of low-income families. She has just been named the Robert S. Kerr senior fellow at Brookings.

Research ProjectThe Hamilton Project

The Hamilton Project produces research and policy proposals on how to create a growing economy that benefits more Americans. Their agenda also focuses on enhancing individual economic security and effective public investments. 

ExpertDouglas W. Elmendorf

Doug Elmendorf, whose government posts have included the Federal Reserve, Treasury, Council of Economic Advisors, and CBO, focuses his research on macroeconomics and fiscal policy. He is co-editor of the Brookings Papers on Economic Activity and director of The Hamilton Project, which develops proposals for shared growth.

ExpertSarah A. Binder

Sarah Binder is an expert on Congress and legislative politics.  She is completing a project on the politics of advice and consent, and is at work on the politics of how Congress responds to financial crises.