This essay will briefly describe the main features of two different policy landscapes and also will respond the following question: How may the neo-structuralism and retro-liberalism paradigms affect the successful achievement of the sustainable development goals by 2030? Finally, this essay will conclude with a short summary of the main described points. From 1776 to today, different forms of economic and social development have been promoted. For example, from 1776 to the 1920s emphasis was placed on the classical economics; after the 1930s to 1970s the Keynes's economic model was widely used. Further, in 1950 the theory of modernisation became popular and since then other models and theories that promote development have emerged. Example of these are Marxism, neo-Marxism, liberalism, neoliberalism, post-neoliberalism among other economic and development models.
Normally these economic models are made up of a set of economic and development policies that are known as aid paradigms or aid regimes. Two of these aid paradigms are the neo-structural policy landscape and the retro-liberal policy landscape which aim to seek economic development. There are different criteria to define the concept of neo-structuralism, but the most common definition is employed by French-Davis (1988) who explains it as "the set of productive and management structures that facilitate economic dynamism and greater equality, along with strategies and policies that allow for greater national autonomy". Markedly, the neo-structuralism is a continuation of the basic stance of structuralism, with some adjustments derived from new realities both internal and international.
Table of Contents
1. The effect of the neo-structuralism and retro-liberalism paradigms on the success of the sustainable development goals by 2030
2. The neo-structural policy landscape paradigm and its features
3. The retro-liberal policy landscape paradigm and its features
4. The neo-structural and retro-liberal paradigms and its effect on the Sustainable Development Goals
5. Conclusion
Objectives and Research Themes
This essay explores the influence of two distinct economic policy landscapes—neo-structuralism and retro-liberalism—on the global efforts to achieve the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) by 2030, examining how their respective approaches to development aid and economic governance shape international progress.
- Comparative analysis of neo-structural and retro-liberal policy paradigms.
- Evaluation of the role of public services versus private sector involvement in development.
- Assessment of the compatibility of these paradigms with the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development.
- Critique of the commercialization and financialization of development aid.
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The neo-structural policy landscape paradigm and its features
According to Odio-Ayala (2010), there are different criteria to define the concept of neo-structuralism, but the most common definition is employed by Ffrench-Davis (1988) who explains it as "the set of productive and management structures that facilitate economic dynamism and greater equality, along with strategies and policies that allow for greater national autonomy" (p. 37). Markedly, the neo-structuralism is a continuation of the basic stance of structuralism, with some adjustments derived from new realities both internal and international (Sunkel, 1987). In other words, the neo-structural policy landscape paradigm is based on public policies and public services that seeks the empowerment of vulnerable people, providing a global solution to reduce poverty and promoting sustainability (Sachs, 2015), so that in this way international development can be achieved. It could be said then that the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) adopted in September 2015, by the General Assembly of the United Nations are a remarkable example of a neo-structural aid paradigm that aims the public benefit for all person worldwide instead of the benefit of the private sector only (UN General Assembly, 2015).
Another notable example of a neo-structural aid paradigm that aims the public benefit is the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD) and its Development Assistance Committee (DAC) (Roeskau, 2006). This organization works in the follow-up of the development policies of the 30-member countries. It also analyses the aid program of each member country, directs recommendations on aid efforts, their conditions and financial modalities (Roeskau, 2006). Further, the OECD-DAC promotes the international economic development through the Official Development Assistance (ODA), which is the net disbursement of credits and donations made according to the criteria of the OECD-DAC to help developing countries (Hook & Rumsey, 2016). For instance, the ODA's criteria to provide
Summary of Chapters
1. The effect of the neo-structuralism and retro-liberalism paradigms on the success of the sustainable development goals by 2030: Introduces the historical evolution of economic models and establishes the research question regarding how different aid paradigms influence the 2030 Agenda.
2. The neo-structural policy landscape paradigm and its features: Defines neo-structuralism and discusses its emphasis on public services, poverty reduction, and the alignment of institutions like the OECD-DAC with global development goals.
3. The retro-liberal policy landscape paradigm and its features: Explains the shift toward national interests, private sector partnerships, and the financialization of development, using Canadian aid policies as a primary example.
4. The neo-structural and retro-liberal paradigms and its effect on the Sustainable Development Goals: Analyzes the interaction between the identified paradigms and the SDGs, suggesting that while they differ in approach, both might contribute to development.
5. Conclusion: Synthesizes the core findings, emphasizing that both paradigms hold specific roles and that a balanced application may be necessary for global development.
Keywords
Neo-structuralism, Retro-liberalism, Sustainable Development Goals, Economic Development, Aid Paradigms, Public Policy, Private Sector, International Development, OECD-DAC, Poverty Reduction, Financialization, Global Goals, Sustainability, Development Aid, Economic Models.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the core subject of this paper?
The paper examines how two competing economic aid paradigms—neo-structuralism and retro-liberalism—influence the global progress toward achieving the UN Sustainable Development Goals by 2030.
What are the central thematic fields discussed?
The central themes include international aid regimes, the role of public versus private sector involvement in development, global versus national interests in policy-making, and the structural requirements for sustainable growth.
What is the primary research question?
The essay aims to answer how the neo-structuralism and retro-liberalism paradigms may affect the successful achievement of the Sustainable Development Goals by 2030.
What methodology is employed by the author?
The author uses a qualitative literature review and comparative analysis to contrast the features of different aid paradigms and evaluate their alignment with global development indicators.
What topics are covered in the main body?
The main body defines the characteristics of the neo-structural and retro-liberal paradigms, provides specific institutional examples like the OECD-DAC, and analyzes the potential impact of these models on the SDGs.
Which keywords best characterize this work?
The work is best characterized by terms such as Neo-structuralism, Retro-liberalism, Sustainable Development Goals, Aid Regimes, and International Development.
How does the author characterize the retro-liberal approach to aid?
The author characterizes retro-liberalism as being focused on national action, private sector partnerships, and the commercialization of aid, often leading to a focus on corporate interests over broad global solutions.
What does the author conclude about the relationship between these two paradigms?
The author suggests that while neo-structuralism is more aligned with the global nature of the SDGs, both paradigms possess attributes that could contribute to development if applied in a balanced manner.
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- Alfredo Lopez (Author), 2018, The effect of the neo-structuralism and retro-liberalism paradigms on the success of the sustainable development goals by 2030, Munich, GRIN Verlag, https://www.hausarbeiten.de/document/470314
