Ideas to Action:
Independent research for global prosperity
CGD initiatives are practical proposals to improve the policies and practices of rich countries, international bodies, and others of means and influence to reduce global poverty and inequality. Initiatives draw upon the Center’s rigorous research and utilize innovative communications and direct engagement with decision-makers to change the world.
Every year, the Commitment to Development Index ranks wealthy governments on how much they are doing to help poor countries. The index rates governments on aid, trade, investment, migration, environment, security, and technology, and averages the seven for an overall score.
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