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Speech Summary: James D. Wolfensohn at the Multi-Sectoral Conference on Partnerships for Governance and Development

Core Content

James D. Wolfensohn, President of the World Bank Group, delivered a speech at the Multi-Sectoral Conference on Partnerships for Governance and Development in Makati City, Philippines, on February 26, 2000. The speech provided a global perspective on development challenges and emphasized the need for collaboration among different sectors.

Main Points

1. Global Development Context

• The world has a population of about 6 billion, with 3 billion living under $2 a day and 1.2 billion under $1 a day.
• Over 5 billion people live in developing countries.
• The Asian financial crisis highlighted the interconnectedness of global issues such as crime, drugs, migration, and communication.
• The global family is divided into national groups, but these issues are shared across borders.

2. Future Development Challenges

• By 2025, the world will add 2 billion people, mostly in developing countries.
• The future of development depends on equity, social justice, and peace.
• Wolfensohn posed critical questions about the kind of communities and societies we want to build, emphasizing the importance of freedom and social well-being.

3. Shift in Development Approaches

• Traditional methods of development are no longer sufficient.
• The World Bank has evolved from a top-down model to a more collaborative one, acknowledging that it does not have all the answers.
• The private sector's role has grown significantly, with private investment peaking at $304 billion in 1997 and reaching $240 billion in 1999.

4. Philippines as a Microcosm of Global Trends

• The Philippines reflects global development patterns, including increased private sector involvement and a more active civil society.
• One in three Filipinos lives in poverty, and President Estrada aims to reduce this to one in four by the end of his term.

5. Key Realities for Development

• Cooperation is essential: No single group can achieve development alone. A quadripartite approach involving government, civil society, business, and international institutions is necessary.
• Social programs are critical: Education and health are foundational for future development.
• Governance must be strengthened: Effective, honest, and well-trained governance is crucial. Decentralization is a growing trend.
• Legal and judicial systems must be reliable: Rights must be protected and the rule of law must be upheld.
• Financial supervision and control: Important to prevent crises and ensure equity in access to financial systems.
• Social safety nets: Necessary to support vulnerable groups such as street children and the disabled.
• Combating corruption: A key element that can undermine all other efforts, even if other structures are in place.

Conclusion

Wolfensohn emphasized that while identifying the issues is important, the real challenge lies in their implementation. He called for decision-making and accountability, highlighting the importance of transparent review and performance-based governance. He concluded by referencing Corazon Juliano-Soliman’s idea of weaving a chain of trust with a chain of hope, aligning with the EDSA spirit of the Philippines.

Key Information

• Event: Philippine Civil Society-Government-Business Sector Conference (February 24, 2000)
• Participants: President Joseph Estrada, World Bank President James Wolfensohn, civil society, government, and business leaders
• Location: AIM Conference Center, Makati City, Philippines
• Theme: Partnerships for governance and development
• Main message: Development requires a collaborative approach involving all sectors and must be supported by strong governance, legal systems, financial oversight, and social safety nets.