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economic justice - resisting neoliberalisminternationalpublished by Friends of the Earth International nature: poor people’s wealth - the importance of natural resources in poverty eradicationFriends of the Earth International, July 2005: There is a direct and critical link between environmental degradation and rural poverty. Our groups on the ground and the communities they work with can also bear witness to the fact that neoliberal economic globalization has increased environmental devastation and poverty among natural resource dependent people. In this publication, we will illustrate the tragic cycle between the over-exploitation of the environment; loss of cultural, political and economic self-determination; inequity; hunger; and poverty. What's wrong with world trade and what you can do about itFriends of the Earth Europe, January 2001: This paper presents the growing consequences associated with global trade. strategic guide: strategic tips for filing complaints with international financial institutionsFriends of the Earth International and International Accountability Project, April 2004: This brochure is designed to provide an overview of some strategic considerations at stake in deciding whether to file a claim to the World Bank Inspection Panel, or to utilize any of the accountability mechanisms at other international financial institutions. It also provides guidance for claimants and their allies on navigating the process and strategic engagement after a claim has been filed. water justice for all: global and local resistance to the control and commodification of waterFriends of the Earth International, January 2003: This report highlights the inequities in the way that water is consumed around the world. nature for sale: the impacts of privatizing water and biodiversityFriends of the Earth International International, January 2005: Friends of the Earth International is actively resisting the corporate take-over of nature’s wealth. We are fighting for people's rights - to water, land, seeds and knowledge. The 34 national stories gathered in this publication document not only the negative social and environmental impact of water and biodiversity privatization, but also how our member groups are actively resisting such privatization in their countries. Flying with Big Business: The European Investment Bank and The Aviation IndustryA report by Friends of the Earth International & CEE Bankwatch Network with contributions from Milieudefensie, Za Zemiata and HACAN ClearSkies, November 2003: The report examines the European Investment Bank’s (EIB) financial supporting of the aviation industry and looks closely at three case studies: 1. Schiphol Airport Extension, The Netherlands 2. Heathrow Airport Extension, United Kingdom 3. Sofia Airport, Bulgaria What you need to know about ‘NAMA’ - FinalFriends of the Earth International,October 2004: Why the WTO’s non-agricultural market access negotiations threaten both environment and development water for life and livelihoods: briefing paperFriends of the Earth International, March 2003: This report is a detailed observation of the worlds growing crisis concerning fresh drinking water. the world trade system: how it works and what’s wrong with itFriends of the Earth International, August 2003: This report offers a deep analysis of the current drive to liberalise trade promotes inequality, is undemocratic, and degrades the environment, social structures and cultural diversity. Critically, the underlying principles on which the free trade system is based are fundamentally flawed. The present trading system promotes the free movement of goods, services and capital as a goal in itself, rather than ensuring that such international trade promotes sustainable and equitable development. five years on: A Review of the OECD Guidelines and National Contact PointsOECD Watch, 2005: The Guidelines for Multinational Enterprises (Guidelines) are a set of voluntary principals and standards adopted by governments to which multinational enterprises operating in or from Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD) member countries are expected to adhere. - English/French/Spanish The European Investment Bank Case Studies: Theory and Practice - factsheet 6The EIB Campaign Coalition coordinated by CEE Bankwatch Network and Friends of the Earth International, 2003: Concrete examples of problems with the European Investment Bank (EIB) are highlighted in the following case studies, which support NGO demands for urgent reforms. towards sustainable economies: challenging neoliberal economic globalisation - PortugeseFriends of the earth International: This report analyses how neoliberal economic policies are failing people in many different ways. The report highlights that inequality is on the increase and many millions are unable to meet even their most basic needs. Este trabalho é o resultado de um diál- ogo de dois anos entre os membros do ATI que vivem em circunstâncias econômicas e políticas diversas no Norte, Sul, Leste e Oeste. Summary of OED Draft Review of the World Bank Group’s Activities in the Extractive Industries: Factoring in GovernanceFriends of the Earth International, January 2003: This report offers a devastating critique of the Bank’s basic strategy in the extractive industries in most of the countries in which it operates. If implemented, OED’s recommendations would require a radical transformation of the Bank’s current operations in the extractive industries. Protect yourself from destructive development: Handbook on JBIC's New Environmental and Social GuidelinesMekong Watch & Friends of the Earth Japan, 2004: In developing countries today, there are many dams, power plants, irrigation systems, roads, pipelines, and other large infrastructure projects being built. Unfortunately, these projects sometimes cause problems for people who live near them, or they destroy the environment. Sometimes people lose their homes and land and must move to other places. Sometimes people lose their traditional ways of life when their environments are destroyed. Sometimes the projects damage people's health. Some of these projects are financed by the Japanese government, and more specifically, the Japan Bank for International Cooperation ( JBIC). JBIC is the bank that the Japanese government uses to give loans to governments in developing countries. JBIC also helps Japanese companies that are involved in development projects. The purpose of this guide is to give you information about two tools you may want to use if you are worried about projects financed by JBIC, or projects that may be financed by JBIC in the future. TalkingTrade 5 bulletinThe trade environment and sustainability campaign Friends of the Earth International, 2005: Welcome to talking trade 5 the bulletin of friends of the earth international trade environment and sustainability program. this issue is packed with news about actions, trade negotiations and more. Extracts from the EIR draft report version IIFriends of the Earth International, August 2003: From chapters 7, 8, 9: CONVERGING ISSUES AND DIVERGING VIEWS, CONCLUSIONS AND RECOMMENDATIONS from the World Bank Groups Environmental Impact Report. clashes with corporate giants: 22 campaigns for biodiversity and communityFriends of the Earth International: Protecting biological diversity is critical - not just for the intrinsic value of a particular butterfly species or a specific rainforest, but for the vital role that biodiversity plays in people’s lives. The European Investment Bank: Invisible power in the European Union - factsheet 1The EIB Campaign Coalition coordinated by CEE Bankwatch Network and Friends of the Earth International 2003: The European Investment Bank (EIB) is one of the largest existing international financing institutions, with project lending larger than that of the World Bank. member groups and affiliatespublished by our member groups and affiliates
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