2. Topic 8: Arguments for Sustainable Development: Underdevelopment is caused by corrupt local elites in developing countries

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Give an example of a country famous for corruption

  • Nigeria= Rich in oil but widespread corruption has led to underdevelopment

  • Transparency International Corruption Perceptions Index (relies on expert opinions) Nigeria consistently ranks as highest corrupt nations globally

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Who are the two key thinkers on this topic?

Sean McDonagh and Andre Gunter Frank

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What are McDonagh’s views on the topic?

  • Critiques the dominant economic model

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What are Frank’s views?

  • Dependancy theory

  • Colonialism and neo-colonialism

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Give an example of another nation where corruption is rife?

The Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC), possesses vast mineral resources

  • widespread corruption

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What statistics show this?

  • 2nd poorest nations

  • Av. National income = 418euro per year