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The Australian Development Gateway (ADG) strives to support members of the development community in their efforts to reduce poverty and enhance sustainable development in the Asia Pacific region. The site has been created with participation from members of government, private, academia and non-government organisations. User feedback mechanisms have been incorporated to guide future directions of the site. The site is optimised for low bandwidth access to enable the widest participation throughout the Asia Pacific region.

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Overview of international development perspectives in history (pdf 608kb)

This paper traces the story of international development, from its historical origins to its modern day forms, as viewed from the perspective of the agricultural and rural development sectors.

It explores the meaning of international development at different points in time, some of the theoretical models underpinning development practice, and recent trends in development.

Resource link:
ageconsearch.umn.edu/bitstream/ 123456789/20287/1/ sp040005.pdf
Published: 2004
Source: University of Arkansas (http://www.uark.edu)
Added to ADG on: 12 April 2006 , contributed by: ADG team
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