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The World Bank offers the Global Issues Seminar Series to promote better understanding of global issues and to generate discussion among senior undergraduate and graduate students of social sciences, international development, public policy and business. Learn more about how to participate »

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The Global Issues Seminar Series is designed and directed by Vinay Bhargava. The upcoming series is coordinated by Asli Gurkan.

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UPCOMING SERIES

Asia/Pacific Global Issues Seminar Series
April 6–June 29, 2006

Please select from the following topics to find descriptions, reading lists and other information. Topics are listed in the order they were given.

Introduction: Forces Shaping Global Issues

Conflict & Development
International Trade
Financial Stability
Governance and Corruption
Debt Relief

Diseases Without Borders
Access to Water
Education For All
Malnutrition and Hunger
Climate Change
Global Compacts: Building a Better World for All
Poverty and Inequality

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Global Compacts: A Better World for All?

Exploring the genesis and developments of global initiatives on poverty … more »

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SERIES PHOTOS


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"Very good initiative … An excellent learning experience on global issues."

—Global Issues Seminar Student

"I would urge for more of such programs to empower the public with knowledge and understanding of global issues."

—Global Issues Seminar Student

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