Division Globalisation and Transformation

Sovereign debt Relief for climate vulnerable countries (#COP29 #G20)

The Debt Relief for Green and Inclusive Recovery (DRGR) project, a collaboration between the Boston University Global Development Policy Center, Heinrich-Böll-Stiftung and the Centre for Sustainable Finance, SOAS University of London, argues it is time for comprehensive debt reform. Utilizing rigorous research, DRGR seeks to develop systemic approaches to both resolve the debt crisis and advance a just transition to a sustainable, low-carbon economy in partnership with policymakers, thought leaders and civil society from around the world.

For more information, please visit our website www.drgr.org

Panel discussion: "Kicking the Can Down the Road or Meeting the Challenge? Tackling Sovereign Debt Problems Amid Global Shocks"

2025 is set to be a defining year for debt relief. Debt sustainability is central to South Africa’s G20 presidency and the Financing for Development Conference (FfD4) in Seville. This panel, organized by the Debt Relief for a Green and Inclusive Recovery (DRGR) Project on April 23, examined how to break the debt cycle and implement sustainable, long-term solutions. Experts assessed the sovereign debt crisis amid global shocks, review current relief efforts, and propose decisive measures to enable investment in green growth and development.

Book Presentation: "The Care Economy" by Tim Jackson

The Economy of Care offers a bold and accessible manifesto for a healthier and more humane society. Renowned ecological economist Tim Jackson combines medical history, criticism of capitalism and health philosophy into a compelling analysis. He unpacks the gender politics of care, visits the birthplace of a universal dream and confronts the demons that prevent us from realizing it.

In a conversation, Tim Jackson and Friederike Habermann discussed this exciting new release and how the global north can create a regenerative economy of care that puts the health of individuals at its center.

Investing for the Future - How Debt Relief Can Help Make Space for Climate and Development Goals

Webinar discussion featuring global experts in international development, debt and climate on the latest DRGR Project report and how to sustainably advance development and climate investments.

Bretton Woods Revisited - A Monetary and Financial Order for the 21st Century

July 2024 marks the 80th anniversary of the Bretton Woods Agreement, a pivotal moment in history that established the global financial and monetary order post-World War II. This online event aimed to foster an international dialogue on how the system can be revitalized and made more inclusive and responsive to current and future needs.