The World is in a Flux, Are We Doing Enough to Mitigate the Many Problems We Face Today?

Jomo Kwame Sundaram, Professor , Economist

03-Dec-19 08:05

The World is in a Flux, Are We Doing Enough to Mitigate the Many Problems We Face Today?

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Jomo Kwame Sundaram, renowned Developmental Economist and member of Council of Eminent Persons, tell us that the world is heading for difficult times not helped by a squandered decade after the Financial Crisis of 2008 to create a fairer economic model for all. The discussion continues with what direction the country should take to continue its industrialization plans and what other reforms should be prioritized.

Presented by: Wong Shou Ning

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