Economics Quote by Winnie Byanyima

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“We need a race to the top so that we have policies and regulations that protect human rights, the environment and that reduce poverty.”

Winnie Byanyima

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You are not going to lift everybody out of poverty through the kindness of wealthy people.

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Climate change is the biggest threat to our chances of winning the fight against hunger.

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Billions of people are being left behind by economic growth.

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Tax abuse is a scourge on our global community, but especially for Africa.

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Global growth and development that is strong, sustainable, and inclusive requires the challenges of inequality to be met head-on.

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