Economics Quote by Peter Bauer
“Official aid is more likely to retard development than to promote it.”
About This Quote
Source Book: The Development of the Welfare State, 1975
He argues that official aid often hinders rather than helps development.
In simple terms: Aid can impede development.
Key Takeaway
Design aid that supports self‑sufficiency.
Themes
development economics
foreign aid
dependency theory
Mood
critical
analytical
Type
economic
policy
When to use this quote
- NGO work
- government programs
- economic planning
- community projects
Key Concepts
structural constraints
policy design
Questions to Reflect On
- When is aid truly beneficial?
- How can aid be restructured to avoid dependency?
A Different Perspective
Aid can sometimes be necessary in emergencies.
