The Collected Documents of the Group of 77
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Author Description
The Collected Documents of The Group of 77 at the United Nations provides a chronological record of events and documents of the Group of 77 since its creation in 1963. This Fifth Volume assembles a selection of materials pertaining to the Perez-Guerrero Trust Fund for South-South Cooperation (PGTF) which was established by the United Nations General Assembly at the initiative of the Group of 77 in 1983 to provide financial support for projects in various fields of South-South cooperation. It is named after Dr. Manuel Perez-Guerrero (1911-1985) of Venezuela, who was Secretary-General of UNCTAD (1969-1974), and Chair of the Group of 77 in New York during 1980-1981. He promoted the development agenda (particularly South-South cooperation) on a global scale, which became a central feature of the development core mission of the United Nations system.
Menrva's Summary
THE THESIS
This volume investigates the historical development and operational framework of the Perez-Guerrero Trust Fund for South-South Cooperation within the broader context of the Group of 77. Author Mourad Ahmia compiles essential documentation to illustrate how the Group of 77 influenced United Nations development policy. The text serves as a primary resource for understanding the financial mechanisms established to support collaborative projects among developing nations. It highlights the legacy of Dr. Manuel Perez-Guerrero and his role in shaping the global development agenda.
THE SCOPE MAP
What You Will Find
- A chronological record of documents related to the Group of 77 since 1963.
- Detailed history of the Perez-Guerrero Trust Fund for South-South Cooperation.
- Biographical context regarding the contributions of Dr. Manuel Perez-Guerrero to UNCTAD.
- Primary source materials detailing the financial and administrative initiatives of the Group of 77.
THE AUTHORITY PERSPECTIVE
Experts and researchers in international relations identify this collection as a vital archival resource for tracking the evolution of South-South cooperation. The text is noted for its high density of official documentation, making it a foundational reference for scholars studying United Nations history and global development policy.
Page Count:
1456
Publication Date:
2014-01-28
Publisher:
Not Avail
ISBN-10:
0199393486
ISBN-13:
9780199393480
Economics
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International relations
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