Poverty and the World Order: The Mirage of SDG 1

Robert Walker's book provides a critical examination of the promise and reality of SDG1, arguing that global and national systems of governance are incapable of an adequate response to eradicate extreme poverty by 2030. He suggests reforms such as reshaping international institutions, facilitating enhanced modes of participatory governance, and increasing democratic accountability to increase the likelihood of meeting SDG1's goals.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 248 pages
Publication date: 11 May 2023
Publisher: Agenda Publishing

Robert Walker delves into a comprehensive analysis of the United Nations Social Development Goal (SDG1), which aims to eradicate extreme poverty by 2030. The author's message is unequivocal: achieving this ambitious target is highly improbable. Despite the obvious need for a collective and coordinated global response, the current global and national governance systems are inadequate to address this pressing issue effectively.

While the critique offered by Walker is compelling, the book endeavors to propose reforms that can significantly enhance the chances of fulfilling SDG1's objectives. These reforms encompass reshaping international institutions to grant developing countries a more prominent voice, facilitating improved modes of participatory governance, and enhancing democratic accountability on a global scale. Extensive evidence is drawn from a rigorous systematic review of international best practices, complemented by detailed strategic case studies, particularly from China.

Weight: 412g
Dimension: 156 x 235 x 21 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781788215558