The architecture of good markets
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In this episode, business leader and ex-President of the Confederation of Indian Industry, Naushad Forbes, speaks with former journalist and philanthropist Rohini Nilekani, about what a good market looks like. They discuss what markets must include, whom they should serve, and the role they must play in enabling inclusive economic growth. Highlights –  - There’s a need to create a better balance between the public (government), private, and civil society sectors, such that the benefits of the market are evenly distributed across all.  - What is the role that markets can play in creating a more inclusive pattern of growth, one with less environmental degradation, and more equity, more justice? - What needs to change about the processes currently in place for economic reforms, to ensure sustainable and inclusive growth? - We need to create democratic and safe platforms to listen to and talk with all citizens, not just experts and people at the top, in order to ensure a more equitable economy. For more information about IDR, go to www.idronline.com. Also, follow IDR on Facebook, Linkedin, Twitter and Instagram. Read more: Transforming systems: Why the world needs a new ethical toolkit Redesigning the aeroplane while flying: Reforming institutions Addressing inequality in India  Wealth of India’s richest 1% more than 4-times of total for 70% poorest: Oxfam India must come to terms with inequality: Thomas Piketty IDR Interviews | Muhammad Yunus Amitabh Behar on the changing nature of civil society Why we must listen to farmers Creating resilience to the dream Bringing informal workers to the forefront of our economy How do you solve a problem like livelihoods?  The Tyranny of Merit: What’s become of the Common Good We need new practices and ideas A new paradigm for rural livelihoods This is a Maed in India production, to find out more visit www.maedinindia.in.
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