International Development
Gates tells G20: Innovate, lead and donate to save the world
Bill Gates told the G20 today that innovation was key to solving the world's problems, saving lives and prosperity for all, reports Left Foot Forward’s Shamik Das.
Cameron is abdicating his responsibility on international development
Labour Campaign for International Development chair David Taylor writes about how Cameron and Clegg are failing to take the lead on fighting international poverty.
New report justifies aid to India and other Middle Income Countries
With aid, we are helping ensure that some of the poorest people in the world have access to basic necessities; it is crucial we continue to do so into the future.
Coalition must match rhetoric with action on transparency
This is not a time for bowing to corporate lobbying - it is a time for strong leadership to match strong rhetoric, writes Rushanara Ali MP.
East Africa famine: We need funds now, and to deal with underlying problems
We desperately need funds now to deal with the East Africa famine, but also long term fund commitments from developed countries, write Christian Aid.
Other nations need to follow Britain’s lead to avert disaster in Africa
More than 12 million people in east Africa are facing desperate food shortages following the worst drought in 60 years, reports David Taylor.