🌍 Once seen as the periphery, countries in the Global South are now powering global change. From boosting health systems and fighting climate change to leading digital innovation and chasing the Global Development Goals, they’re stepping up as key partners in development cooperation.
💡 At the heart of this shift are three innovation styles:
- Context-driven: Solutions built around local realities, like resilient health clinics and community-based climate projects.
- Creative-driven: Bold ideas fueled by entrepreneurial spirit—think solar startups lighting up rural towns or fintech apps empowering small businesses.
- People-centered: Projects that put communities in the driver’s seat, shaping solutions that truly match their needs.
These fresh approaches are transforming the Global South into:
- A new source of scientific and tech breakthroughs 🚀
- An innovation value hub attracting global collaboration 🌐
- A replicable model for socio-economic growth 💪
With their rising role in the global value chain, countries in the Global South aren’t just catching up—they’re becoming the engine that drives global economic growth. Ready to dive into this innovation wave? 🌊
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"Periphery" to "Engine": Global South reshapes development cooperation
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