Crime

What Impact Does Crime Reduction Have on Economic Growth in Latin America?

Crime and violence are significant concerns in Latin America and the Caribbean, accounting for nearly half of the world's intentional homicide victims. The region's average homicide rate is 10 times higher than in other emerging markets and developing economies, and...
Economic Growth

African Countries Unite to Secure Duty-Free Access to US Markets for Economic Growth

JOHANNESBURG The U.S., Africa Growth and Opportunity Act (AGOA) trade forum, set to begin in South Africa, is expected to focus on the extension of the U.S. program allowing sub-Saharan African countries duty-free access to U.S. markets. U.S. officials, including...