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Brief biography:
Professor Paul Collier is an eminent British economist and academic, renowned for his extensive work on developing economies and the implications of economic policies on poverty, governance, and conflict. He is a Professor of Economics and Public Policy at the Blavatnik School of Government at the University of Oxford, where his research and teaching focus on the challenges facing low-income countries and the policies that could address them.
- Academic career
Collier has held several prestigious positions throughout his career, including director of the Development Research Group at the World Bank between 1998 and 2003. His academic credentials are robust, having earned his doctorate from the University of Oxford, where he has spent much of his career.
His work often explores the dilemmas and economic disparities faced by the poorest countries, addressing issues such as civil war, the economics of civil conflict, the effects of aid, and globalization. Collier is also known for his significant contributions to the study of natural resources and how their management can either promote prosperity or lead to economic downfall and conflict in developing countries.
- Publications
Professor Collier is a prolific writer, contributing both to academic discourse through numerous articles and papers, and to broader public debates through his books. Some of his notable books include "The Bottom Billion" (2007), where he analyzes the reasons why the poorest countries in the world face distinct challenges that set them apart from the rest of the world, and "The Plundered Planet" (2010), which focuses on how to manage natural resources for the global good.
Professor Paul Collier's more recent works include:
- "The Future of Capitalism: Facing the New Anxieties" (2018): In this book, Collier addresses the divides that define contemporary society—urban versus rural, the wealthy elite versus the poor—and proposes pragmatic solutions rooted in ethics and pragmatism.
- "Greed is Dead: Politics After Individualism" (2020, co-authored with John Kay): This publication argues for a shift away from the individualism that has characterized recent decades towards a more cooperative and collective approach to societal and economic organization.
These publications reflect Collier's ongoing commitment to addressing some of the most pressing economic and social issues facing the world today, combining rigorous economic analysis with a call for ethical leadership and policy innovation.
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Can a transfer be cancelled after it has been sent?
This depends on your bank's policies, but it is often possible before the transaction is completed.
How do tax laws affect transfers to countries in Africa?
Tax obligations depend on the laws of the sender's and recipient's countries.
