THE CHALLENGE: South Asia--the region with the world’s largest concentration of poor people--has a chance of ending poverty in a generation. By “ending poverty,” we mean a massive reduction in the number of poor people, and reaching the MDGs for health and education.
THE OPPORTUNITY: Since the mid nineties, South Asian countries have seen unprecedented economic growth. Government have more resources to tackle problems and political space for greater reform.
IT CAN HAPPEN: Countries can bridge the gap among regions, sectors, and people if they take measures to improve health, education, and infrastructure; and take care of those currently not benefiting from growth.
Get the Facts:
World Bank Report: Can South Asia End Poverty In a Generation?
This analysis shows that current growth has already made it possible for countries in South Asia to pursue “second-generation” reforms. Ending poverty could be within grasp.
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Hear the Arguments:
Watch video explaining the report findings and suggested policy recommendations to seize the opportunity presented by strong economic growth.
 Shantayanan Devarajan |
Shantayanan Devarajan, World Bank Chief Economist, South Asia Region- Full interview on report findings (9m:48s) Real | Windows |
Resources to Advocate for Necessary Reforms:
- PPT Presentation of the report: Slides with main findings and recommendations of the study
- Factoids: Data that illustrates the challenge and the opportunity facing South Asia
- Afghanistan Poverty Data
- Bangladesh Poverty Data
- India Poverty Data
- Nepal Poverty Data
- Pakistan Poverty Data
- Sri Lanka Poverty Data
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