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Mekong Economic Research Network (MERN)
The Greater Mekong countries of Cambodia, Laos and Viet Nam are among the lowest income countries in Asia.
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Mobile Money and Local Development
Financial services are typically delivered by large banks through physical buildings with dedicated tellers.
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Competencies for Central American SMEs in the Knowledge-Based Economy
Knowledge-based economy not only affects well developed countries but also the performance and possibilities of small economic actors positioned on less developed countries.
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Open Business Models: New Compensation Mechanisms for Creativity and Inclusion
The tension between digital changes in creative industries and the need to support new business and economic inclusion in developing countries poses particular challenges for intellectual property rights and incentive systems.
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From Data to Development: Exploring the Emerging Impact of Open Government Data in Developing Countries
Releasing freely accessible, standardized, and easily readable government data can increase transparency and accountability. This open government data movement can foster greater civic participation and promote new business opportunities.
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Safe and Inclusive Cities: Research to Reduce Urban Violence, Poverty, and Inequalities
The world became predominantly urban in 2007. Urbanization brings with it possibilities of improved access to jobs, goods, and services for poor people in developing countries.
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Effect of Context on Performance of Think Tanks in Developing Countries
Developing-country think tanks strive to influence policy and ultimately contribute to improving people's lives. Perceptions vary about the ability of think tanks to contribute to positive changes in society.
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Strengthening Information Society Research Capacity Alliance - Phase II
There is a disparity between the representation of northern and southern researchers in the literature pertaining to information studies, particularly information and communication for development (ICT4D) research.
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Democratizing Information in Agricultural Produce Markets
Most countries in Latin America increased their agricultural production by 20%-50% between 1995 and 2005 (Food and Agriculture Organization - FAO 2009).
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Technologies for Social Inclusion and Public Policies in Latin America
Latin American governments, academics and nongovernmental organizations are paying increasing attention to poverty, inequality and social inclusion, and the role that technological change plays in these phenomenon.