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Internet as a Human Right? Part Two: Economy
The following article deals with the topic “Optimizing Information Use through the Internet and Social Media,” which will be discussed at the Global Economic Symposium in Rio this October. The author intends to enrich the discussion at the symposium with his personal stories and ideas. Internet as a Human Right? Part One: Population […]
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The Olympics: Guess What? Nepal Was Also There!
Nepal – the name conjures up images of mountains, rivers, temples and chaotic urban centers. Sporting strength is not something usually associated with the country. Indeed, the recent London Olympics 2012 were yet another missed opportunity in the long list of disappointments for Nepal. No, we are not counting our […]
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Lo importante es ganar, no competir
Lläufer, Sports Museum Cologne by PixelAnarchy. License: Public Domain Abstract: It is not true that in the Olympic competitions wins the best. Usually the richest wins. Well, certainly earns arguably the best: the best fed, the best trained, the best prepared. But for that you need money. And a lot […]
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How the absence of a vibrant Civil Society stands in the way of development in the Middle East
Civil society potentially has the power to force economic policies that change the world; but what if it’s barely keeping itself alive? Civil Society Organization laws in the Arab world are extremely restrictive, impeding the rights and powers of such organizations. A vibrant civil society arena is typically reflective of […]
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More than Seventy Days of Striking
The following article deals with the topic “Effective Investments in Education,” which will be discussed at the Global Economic Symposium in Rio this October. The author intends to enrich the discussion at the symposium with her personal stories and ideas. In search of better wages and an appropriate career plan, public officials from […]