Financial Turmoil and Fragile States

The global financial system has witnessed massive bailouts, significant government intervention and wide-ranging corporate restructuring in a bid to avoid or mitigate the negative effects of the recent market slump. This has taken place against the backdrop of plummeting economic indicators and eroding investor confidence. While much is known about the impact and ramifications of these events in industrialized and industrializing economies, relatively little is known about the implications in the world's fragile and conflict-affected countries. More specifically: How does this crisis affect conflict-affected states over the immediate and longer terms? Would resource-rich economies be less affected? Are recent positive strides in economic performance in jeopardy? Who are the likely winners and losers? What does this mean for trade and aid? What policy options and strategies should governments and stakeholders be considering? The panel will offer perspectives and recommendations on these related issues.

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