One of the main features of contemporary development politics in Latin America is the
prominent role of the state. Another feature is the intensification of natural resource …

Abstract China's Belt and Road Initiative (BRI), labelled as the world's largest infrastructure
program, has so far directed investments mainly to energy and transportation networks in …

We are amidst what can be termed an ongoing authoritarian turn in global politics. While
Trump, one of its important examples, is no longer in office in the United States, there remain …

In a time of great uncertainty about the future and resilience of the liberal world order this
Forum focuses on China's rise and interplay with the foundations of that liberal order. The …

Class is key to understanding the genesis and impacts of climate change. Nevertheless, it is
commonly argued that 'we are all in the same ship', suggesting that emerging climate politics …

Despite repeated chronicles of a death foretold, centre–periphery analysis remains very
relevant for understanding the challenges of contemporary development. It reveals certain …

Like a giant oil tanker, the world is slowly turning. The rapid growth of economies in Asia and
the global South has led to a momentous shift in the world order, leaving much of the …

This paper explores the intersection between three processes associated with globalisation.
First, the rise of emerging economies like China, Brazil and India, the so-called 'Rising …

China is in the midst of transitioning from a manufacturing-based economy to one driven by
innovation and knowledge. This up-to-date analysis evaluates China's state-led approach to …

Ellner, S. 2013.“Social and Political Diversity and the Democratic Road to Change in
Venezuela.” Latin American Perspectives 40 (3): 63–82. El Telegrafo. 2014.“Ecuador …