The Future of Conservatism (Free Market Road Show - 21st May 2024) Legatum Institute 2024-10-22 | The Future of Conservatism (Free Market Road Show - 21st May 2024)
Is prosperity Around the World Converging or Diverging? - Legatum Prosperity Index 2023 Legatum Institute 2023-03-01 | From war in Europe to spiralling gas prices and an emerging debt crisis, the year 2022 has seen serious turbulence.But looking beyond the headlines to the long-run trends, the 2023 Legatum Prosperity Index presents a snapshot of the state of prosperity worldwide and our direction of travel. We analysed the performance of the top and bottom 40 countries in 2013, and track their progress over the last decade.We wanted to know if the development gap was widening or narrowing, so we asked, is the world converging or diverging?To find out more visit: prosperity.comAnd
2023 Legatum Prosperity Index Launch - Is the world Diverging or Converging? Legatum Institute 2023-03-01 | We launched the 2023 Legatum Prosperity Index at a virtual event on February 28th 2023. This year we explored, we explored the global trends of prosperity during the last decade and discussed if we are heading towards a converging or a diverging world.We were privileged to be joined by a number of guest speakers, including author Michela Wrong, Efosa Ojomo, director of Christiansen Institute and Jaideep Prabhu, professor at the Judge Business School from Cambridge University. The Legatum Prosperity Index analyses the performance of 167 nations across 67 policy-focused elements, measured by 300 country-level indicators. Is a tool for transformation offering a unique insight into how prosperity is forming and evolving across the world. To find out more about the Legatum Prosperity Index, visit: prosperity.com
Democracy and Land Reform as pathways to Prosperity Legatum Institute 2023-01-30 | On January 2023 we held an online roundtable discussion on how liberal democracy, successful land reforms and social cohesion are key to unlocking prosperity in developing and developed countries.A stellar panel joined us for the conversation:Prof. Mike Albertus - University of ChicagoProf. Patricio Navia - New York UniversityCarlos Montes - Legatum InstituteModerated by Dr Stephen Brien - Legatum InstituteTo read the complete reports please visit: Democracy: li.com/reports/democracy-playbookLand Reform: li.com/reports/land-reform-playbook
Unblocking Prosperity in Chile: Building a competitive and inclusive economy Legatum Institute 2022-12-20 | In December 2022, The Legatum Institute launched the report "Unlocking Prosperity in Chile: Building a competitive and inclusive Economy" in collaboration with the Institute of International Studies of the University of Chile.The presentation of the conclusions was delivered by María José Sánchez Arrieta, director of the In-Country Prosperity Program of the Legatum Institute followed by a panel of experts moderated by Dorotea López G., Director of the Institute of International Studies.The panelists were:Alfredo Moreno Ch. Former Minister of Foreign Affairs of ChileAlicia Frohmann, Senior Consultant at ECLAC and Academic at the IEIAndrés Dockendorff, Academic of the Institute of International StudiesThey all discussed the necessary steps to unlock Chilean prosperity and contribute to a long-term development vision for the country.To learn more and download the report in English, visit: li.com/reports/unlocking-chiles-prosperityTo download the report in Spanish, visit: li.com/reports/desbloqueando-la-prosperidad-en-chile
Markets and Human Flourishing in Africa - Nairobi Workshop 2022 Legatum Institute 2022-12-15 | At the end of November 2022, we hosted the Nairobi chapter of the 2022 Templeton World Charity Foundation's "Global Scientific Conference on Human Flourishing" alongside the Future Africa Forum. With attendees from 15 African countries, the 30 participants came together at the end of the conference to issue a joint declaration which underlined the central importance of effective markets for human flourishing in Africa. Video credits: Andrew Mwesi
Pathways to prosperity: Malawi - Report Launch in Lilongwe Legatum Institute 2022-10-20 | On 11th of October we launched our report 'Pathways to Prosperity: Malawi Case Study' in Lilongwe, in collaboration with the National Planning Commission of Malawi. Our director of policy Dr Stephen Brien presented the results of the research on Malawi's challenges and opportunities to achieve prosperity, followed by a keynote speech by Dr. Thomas Munthali , Manager Director of the National Planning Commission of Malawi. An expert panel discussed the political and economic changes that need to happen to unlock Malawi's economic growth.The panellists included:Henry Chingaipe, PhD., Director and Lead Consultant, Institute for Policy Research and Social Empowerment. Ngabaghila Chatata, Managing Director, Thanthwe FarmsNandini Patel, Asst. Professor of Political Science, Catholic University Salim A. Mapila, Development Planning Specialist, National Planning Commission of MalawiThe discussion and presentation attempt to contribute to the vision of making Malawi a self-reliant, inclusive and industrialised country by 2063.
United Kingdom Prosperity Launch 2022 Legatum Institute 2022-10-13 | The Legatum Institute’s UK Prosperity Index was launched on 12 October 2022, with the Rt Hon Sajid Javid MP and the Legatum Institute’s CEO Baroness Stroud undertaking a wide-ranging discussion on the state of the nation, economic growth, the future of health care and family breakdown.The UK Prosperity Index is a tool to better map and monitor the pathways to prosperity for all regions and local authorities of the UK. It includes detailed data on levels of institutional, economic, and social well-being across the 374 boroughs, council areas, local government districts, and unitary and local authorities that encompass the four nations of the UK. To find out more, visit: li.com/reports/uk-prosperity-index-2022
The 2022 Courage in Journalism Award Ceremony - Legatum Institute Legatum Institute 2022-07-14 | This year we held the 2022 Courage in Journalism Award Ceremony at The Frontline Club in London. The event was a chance to raise awareness of declining press freedoms worldwide, and to recognise and honour the legacy of journalists around the world who pay the ultimate price in their commitment to free and fair reporting. We were honoured to welcome several guest speakers to the Award Ceremony, including: Bill Neely, former Chief foreign correspondent for ITV and NBC, Mike Thomson BBC’s World Affairs Correspondent, Azzurra Moores campaign officer from Reporters without Borders, and Dominique Van Heerden senior foreign producer at Sky News. To find out more about the Award, please visit: li.com/research/courage-in-journalism
In Memoriam - 2022 Legatum Institute Courage in Journalism Award Legatum Institute 2022-07-13 | The Courage in Journalism Award is given posthumously each year to a journalist who has been killed as a direct result of their work. It was inaugurated following the death of Maltese journalist Daphne Caruana Galizia in 2017, as a way of honouring her death and continuing her legacy.This year, our research uncovered a total of 67 journalists who were killed between the 1st of January 2021 and the 30th of June 2022, who are remembered in this video. You can read more about these journalists here: li.com/research/courage-in-journalism
Maks Levin - Awarded with the 2022 Legatum Institute Courage in Journalism Award Legatum Institute 2022-07-13 | Ukrainian photojournalist and documentalist Maks Levin was awarded posthumously the 2022 Legatum Institute Courage in Journalism Award.Maks was a leading Ukrainian photojournalist who documented the conflict in Ukraine since the 2014 Russian incursion. He was not only a courageous journalist, he was also a man of remarkable integrity. During an interview just before his death, Maks was asked why he did what he did. He replied:"I often ask myself that. What makes me come back? But I continue to because I should. It's a kind of duty and responsibility for those brave people out there who are fighting. Also, to show other people that there's war happening and it's real. I want to show that there are the people who protect us all". According to the Ukrainian Prosecutor General's Office, he was fatally shot twice by Russian servicemen while unarmed and wearing a press jacket. His ex-wife, journalist Inna Varenytsia received the award on his behalf.
Global Press Freedom under attack – Legatum Institute Courage in journalism Award 2022 Legatum Institute 2022-07-13 | Across the world today, media freedoms are increasingly under threat. Reporters Without Borders has recorded the deaths of over 1000 journalists in the past decade, with two-thirds taking place in countries not at war but at peace. Across the globe, journalist safety, freedom from government censorship, political diversity of media perspectives, and freedom of opinion and expression, were all at lower levels in 2020 than they were in 2007. This video was produced as part of our Courage in Journalism Award programme. To find out more about this work, visit: li.com/research/courage-in-journalism
Arthur Brooks on finding success, happiness, and deep purpose in the Second half of life. Legatum Institute 2022-05-27 | The Legatum Institute was honoured to welcome Arthur Brooks to speak on his New York Times bestselling book, From Strength to Strength: Finding Success, Happiness, and Deep Purpose in the Second Half of Life. Brooks, a member of our board and a Harvard Professor who is a leading expert on the economics of happiness, unpacked the core insight of the book: that satisfaction in later life is well within our grasp. The key? Refocusing on certain priorities and habits that anyone can learn, such as deep wisdom, detachment from materialism, connection and service to others, and spiritual progress, we can set ourselves up for increased happiness.
Baroness Stroud on the Nationality and Borders Bill Legatum Institute 2022-04-29 | During the recent debate on the Nationality and Borders Bill in the House of Lords, CEO of Legatum Institute, Baroness Philipps Stroud, spoke on an amendment that would give people seeking asylum the right to work after they have waited six months or more for a decision on their claim.
The role of international actors in Central African Republic | Prof Louisa Lombard, Yale University Legatum Institute 2022-04-01 | At the launch of our newly published report ‘Central African Republic Towards a Roadmap to Peace and Prosperity’ and an accompanying article ‘Central African Republic Matters: Changes Needed to Build Peace’ by Louisa Lombard (Yale University) and Carlos Montes (Legatum Institute) we were delighted to be joined by the Associate Professor at Yale University, Louisa Lomabrd. Professor Lombard discussed the role of international actors in the Central African Republic. To find out more about Central African Republic, visit our website: Central African Republic: Towards a Roadmap to Peace and Prosperity | Legatum Institute. li.com/reports/central-african-republic-2022
The need of a different political vision in Central African Republic, Prof. Louisa Lombard Legatum Institute 2022-04-01 | At the launch of our newly published report ‘Central African Republic Towards a Roadmap to Peace and Prosperity’ and an accompanying article ‘Central African Republic Matters: Changes Needed to Build Peace’ by Louisa Lombard (Yale University) and Carlos Montes (Legatum Institute) we were delighted to be joined by the Associate Professor at Yale University, Louisa Lomabrd. Professor Lombard discussed the need of a different political vision in Central African Republic, including the need for local capacity building. To find out more about Central African Republic, visit our website: Central African Republic: Towards a Roadmap to Peace and Prosperity | Legatum Institute. li.com/reports/central-african-republic-2022
Launch of the report: Central African Republic: Towards a Roadmap to Peace and Prosperity Legatum Institute 2022-03-31 | We launched our report ‘’Central African Republic: Towards a Roadmap to Peace and Prosperity’’ and an accompanying article ‘’Central African Republic Matters: Changes Needed to Build Peace’’ by Louisa Lombard (Yale University) and Carlos Montes (Legatum Institute) at an online panel discussion in March 2022. Dr. Stephen Brien, Director of Policy at the Legatum Institute, highlighted the opportunities for CAR to drive forward change – and the challenges associated with doing so. Carlos Montes, Lead Advisor Pathways to Prosperity at the Legatum Institute and Visiting Fellow at the Cambridge University Judge Business School, moderated the event. We were delighted to be joined by three distinguished guests who shared their reflections on the findings of the report: Jean Baptiste Koba - Minister-Counsellor for Investments to the President of the Central African Republic. Louisa Lombard - Associate Professor, Yale University. Enrica Picco - Project Director for Central Africa, International Crisis Group. Read the full report on Central African Republic at: li.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/03/CAR-Towards-a-Roadmap-to-Peace-and-Prosperity_LI.pdfRead the accompanying article at: li.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/03/Central-African-Republic-Matters-30-March-Legatum-Institute.pdf
Baroness Stroud on preventing the government from “offshoring” asylum seekers Legatum Institute 2022-03-04 | Speaking in the House of Lords on March 2nd, Baroness Philippa Stroud introduced 3 amendments to the Nationality and Borders Bill. Here she presents amendment 35, which seeks to stop the Government from being given powers to "offshore" asylum seekers to a third country when they get to Britain.
Academic Freedom Under Threat? - Legatum Institute launch of report on Academic Freedom Legatum Institute 2022-01-17 | Is Academic Freedom Under Threat? Was an event hosted at the Legatum Institute that took place on Tuesday 30th November 2021.We were delighted to be joined by a distinguished line up of speakers including Professor Kathleen Stock and Professor Niall Ferguson who joined us to discuss the state of academic freedom around the world, alongside Professor Nigel Biggar who chaired the discussion.Professor Matt Goodwin from The Centre for UK Prosperity presented findings from a new survey of academics across four democracies (UK, US, Australia and Canada).
Rt Hon John Anderson on the Threats Facing Developed Nations | 2021 Legatum Prosperity Index Launch Legatum Institute 2021-11-23 | The 15th Edition of the Legatum Prosperity Index was launched at an in-person and online event in November 2021 where we were absolutely delighted to be joined by an incredible line-up of guest speakers.Joining us over Zoom from Australia, we were honoured to welcome the Rt Hon John Anderson, former Australian Deputy Prime Minister, to the launch of the 2021 Prosperity Index. During his interview with CEO, Baroness Philippa Stroud, he discussed the threats facing developed nations and the need to ensure that personal freedoms are valued and respected. John Anderson also emphasised the need for leaders of character who are needed to continue building pathways to prosperity.You can find out more about prosperity, here: www.prosperity.com
President Masisi of Botswana on the importance of a holistic view of prosperity | Prosperity Index Legatum Institute 2021-11-23 | The 15th Edition of the Legatum Prosperity Index was launched at an in-person and online event in November 2021 where we were absolutely delighted to be joined by an incredible line-up of guest speakers.Travelling all the way from Botswana, we were honoured to have His Excellency, President Masisi as our keynote speaker at the launch. During his remarks, he explored Botswana’s journey since Independence and the changes that have taken place which in turn have built greater levels of prosperity. The nation ranks 82nd out of 167 countries worldwide for overall prosperity, performing particularly well in the Governance (38th ) and Economic Quality (53rd) pillars.You can find out more about prosperity in Botswana here: prosperity.com/globe/botswana
CEO, Philippa Stroud on the need to protect the foundations of prosperity | 2021 Prosperity Index Legatum Institute 2021-11-23 | The 15th Edition of the Legatum Prosperity Index was launched at an in-person and online event in November 2021 where we were absolutely delighted to be joined by an incredible line-up of guest speakers.Our CEO, Baroness Philippa Stroud called attention to this inflexion point in our history where all sectors of society need to act to protect the core freedoms that are being challenged across the world. This is vital if we are to protect the prosperity gains that have been made in the past few decades. You can find out more about prosperity, here: www.prosperity.com
Dr Stephen Brien on the foundations of prosperity | 2021 Legatum Prosperity Index Legatum Institute 2021-11-23 | The 15th Edition of the Legatum Prosperity Index was launched at an in-person and online event in November 2021 where we were absolutely delighted to be joined by an incredible line-up of guest speakers.Our Director of Policy, Dr. Stephen Brien unpacked the pillars of the Legatum Prosperity Index as well as the underlining principles that makes a society truly prosperous, beyond wealth and economic growth. You can find out more about prosperity, here: www.prosperity.com
Neil Oliver on the Importance of Freedom to Prosperity | 2021 Legatum Prosperity Index Legatum Institute 2021-11-23 | The 15th Edition of the Legatum Prosperity Index was launched at an in-person and online event in November 2021 where we were absolutely delighted to be joined by an incredible line-up of guest speakers.We were pleased to be able to welcome historian, author, and journalist, Neil Oliver, to the event, where he emphasised the importance of freedom to prosperity, and reflected on the lives that have been given in the past in order to protect these freedoms. During his remarks, he considered that all too often these freedoms are now taken for granted but that we squander them to the detriment of ourselves and our communities.You can read a commentary by our CEO, Baroness Philippa Stroud on the foundational elements of prosperity here: prosperity.com/feed/foundational-elements-prosperity
Alan McCormick on the Prosperity Index as a tool for transformation | 2021 Legatum Prosperity Index Legatum Institute 2021-11-23 | The 15th Edition of the Legatum Prosperity Index was launched at an in-person and online event in November 2021 where we were absolutely delighted to be joined by an incredible line-up of guest speakers.Chair of the Legatum Institute, Alan McCormick, opened the night by welcoming our distinguished guests and by reminding guests as to the role that the Legatum prosperity Index can play as a tool for transformation. He also called for a time of reflection in the aftermath of the global pandemic and our responses to it.You can find out more about prosperity, here: www.prosperity.com
Launch of the 2021 Prosperity Index | The Legatum Institute Legatum Institute 2021-11-18 | We launched the 2021 Legatum Prosperity Index on the 16th of November 2021. During the event, we explored the principles of true prosperity and how the Index measures human and societal flourishing using 12 pillars and 66 policy-focused elements.We were privileged to be joined by a number of guest speakers, including his excellency president of Botswana Mokgweetsi Masisi, former deputy prime minister of Australia John Anderson and historian and broadcaster Neil Oliver. To find out more about the Legatum Prosperity Index, visit: prosperity.com
Key Findings from the 2021 Legatum Prosperity Index Legatum Institute 2021-11-18 | Between 2015 and 2019, global prosperity improved steadily. But this year’s Legatum Prosperity Index highlights that prosperity has stagnated - for the second year running. This has been caused by two factors: the short-term impacts of COVID-19, and the long-term erosion of many of the core foundations of prosperous societies.The COVID-19 pandemic has had a profound impact on lives and livelihoods right across the world. But it has also shone a crucial spotlight on the responsibility of leaders to be accountable to their citizens, and to uphold their fundamental liberties.You can find out more about the key findings from the 2021 Prosperity Index here: prosperity.com/feed/key-findings-2021-prosperity-index
The Core Principles of Prosperity and the Challenges Ahead Legatum Institute 2021-11-18 | Since the fall of the Berlin Wall, the world has gone through a process of transformation, ushering in a new era of freedom and opportunity. The number of democracies has almost doubled to 99 today. Closed economies have opened up, which has led to unprecedented economic growth in every region, bringing improvements in education, health and living conditions for millions around the world. However, at this pivotal moment in our history, these principles that build true prosperity are being challenged across the world. Four key building blocks of prosperous societies are deteriorating: Executive Constraints, Political Accountability, Freedom of Assembly, Freedom of Speech. If we want to create lasting pathways to prosperity, we must not take our core freedoms for granted Now more than ever, it is imperative to recognise their irreplaceable role as the foundations of inclusive societies, open economies, and empowered people. To know more, please visit: prosperity.com
The Definition of Prosperity | The Legatum Institute Legatum Institute 2021-11-18 | At the Legatum Institute, we believe that true prosperity is when all people have the opportunity to thrive.It is underpinned by an inclusive society, with a strong social contract that protects the fundamental liberties and security of every individual. It is driven by an open economy that harnesses ideas and talent to create sustainable pathways out of poverty. And it is built by empowered people, who create a society that promotes wellbeing.True prosperity means everyone has the opportunity to thrive by fulfilling their unique potential and playing their part in strengthening their communities and nations. Because ultimately, prosperity is not just about what we have; it is also about who we become.To find out more about the Legatum Institute, visit: li.comThe Legatum Prosperity Index measures the institutional, economic, and social dimensions of prosperity in 167 countries around the world: prosperity.com
Ethiopia: Road to Prosperity | Dr Stephen Brien explores the capacity of the state. Legatum Institute 2021-10-07 | Director of Policy at the Legatum Institute, Dr Stephen Brien discusses the opportunities for Ethiopia, exploring the key findings of the newly published report 'Pathway to Prosperity: Ethiopia Case Study'. In particular, Dr Stephen Brien considers the opportunity for increased state capacity, including increasing the capacity of the civil service and ensuring it is a true meritocracy. To find out more about the opportunities for Ethiopia, visit our website: li.com/reports/economic-openness-ethiopia-2021
Ethiopia: Road to Prosperity | Aly Verjee, United States Institute of Peace Legatum Institute 2021-10-07 | At the launch of our newly published report 'Pathway to Prosperity: Ethiopia Case Study', Senior Advisor at the United States Institute of Peace, Aly Verjee, discusses the backdrop of conflict in Ethiopia, ethnic federalism, the conflicting visions for the country and the need for compromise as he explores how these aspects interact with the opportunities for and challenges to achieving increased prosperity in Ethiopia.To find out more about the opportunities for Ethiopia, visit our website: li.com/reports/economic-openness-ethiopia-2021
Ethiopia: Road to Prosperity | Gifawosen Markos Mitta Legatum Institute 2021-10-07 | At the launch of our newly published report 'Pathway to Prosperity: Ethiopia Case Study', we were delighted to be joined by Gifawosen Markos Mitta, Lecturer at the Department of Governance Development Studies, Wolkite University. During the event, he highlighted the issues of employment and the ever increasing cost of living, as well as the need to up-skill the labour force and the question of a minimum wage. To find out more about the opportunities for Ethiopia, visit our website: li.com/reports/economic-openness-ethiopia-2021
Ethiopia: Road to Prosperity | Kisanet Haile Molla, CEO of DEAMAT Legatum Institute 2021-10-07 | At the launch of our newly published report 'Pathway to Prosperity: Ethiopia Case Study', we were delighted to be joined by the CEO of Deamat, Kisanet Haile Molla. Kisanet, an entrepreneur who set up a platform to connect farmers and producers directly with consumers, shared her experience and discussed the challenges facing entrepreneurs as well as how the political chaos hinders progress.To find out more about the opportunities for Ethiopia, visit our website: li.com/reports/economic-openness-ethiopia-2021
Ethiopia: Road to Prosperity | Lillian Kidane, Associate Partner, Dalberg Associates Legatum Institute 2021-10-07 | At the launch of our newly published report 'Pathway to Prosperity: Ethiopia Case Study', we were delighted to be joined by Lillian Kidane, Associate Partner at Dalberg Associates. During the event, she discussed the importance of once again making Ethiopia an investment hub, particularly regarding manufacturing. She highlighted the importance of this, as in recent years Ethiopia has been rivalled by its neighbouring countries where investors have found their local investment climate more conducive to their business needs. To find out more about the opportunities for Ethiopia, visit our website: li.com/reports/economic-openness-ethiopia-2021
Legatum Institute UK Prosperity Index – Key Findings 2021 Legatum Institute 2021-08-04 | The UK Prosperity Index is the most ambitious and comprehensive assessment of prosperity across the country to date. It provides a holistic picture of the institutional, economic, and social wellbeing of each of the 15 regions and 379 local authorities of the UK. The Index highlights that the UK is one of the most prosperous nations in the world, ranking 13th out of 167. It benefits from one of the best education systems globally, an increasingly high-quality natural environment, and a strong and open economy that has seen significant improvements in the quality of infrastructure, labour force engagement, and competitiveness.However, the Index reveals that this prosperity is being undermined by a deterioration in the safety and security of communities, people’s physical and mental health, conditions for local enterprise such as labour market flexibility, key aspects of social capital and, to a lesser extent, the effectiveness of local governance. Much of this is missed in a ‘levelling-up’ debate that focuses narrowly on ‘bridges and trains’.The UK Prosperity Index has been designed as a tool for transformation, to help national and local leaders identify the strategic choices that need to be made to allow every region and community to reach their full potential and thrive.To find out more about the UK Prosperity Index, please visit: li.com
Launch of the 2021 United States Prosperity Index - The Legatum Institute Legatum Institute 2021-07-23 | In July 2021 we hosted a webinar to launch the Legatum Institute´s 2021 United States Prosperity Index. Speakers included: • Dr. Stephen Brien, Director of Policy at the Legatum Institute• Shaun Flanagan, Director of Impact and Partnerships at the Legatum Institute• Sonal Shah, President of the Asian American Foundation • Dr. Kerry Murphy Healey, President of the Milken Center for Advancing the American Dream• Mary Rutherford, President and Chief Executive Officer of the Montana Community Foundation• Adam Weinberg, Communications and Outreach Director of the Platte Institute• Patrick Atwater, Senior Research Analyst at California ForwardThe U.S. Prosperity Index is a holistic and comprehensive measure of the institutional, economic, and social wellbeing of the 50 states of the Union and Washington D.C., as well as 1,196 counties of 12 selected states. It is designed to help policymakers, legislators, researchers, business, and community leaders identify the strategic and policy decisions needed to further build inclusive societies, open economies, and empowered people, to improve the prosperity of all Americans.
Legatum Institute 2021 United States Prosperity Index - Key Findings Legatum Institute 2021-07-22 | We explore some of the key findings of the 2021 U.S. Prosperity Index 2021, the impact of the coronavirus pandemic and the trends of improvements and deterioration over the past decade. The Legatum Institute´s United States Prosperity Index is a holistic and comprehensive meausure of the institutional, economic, and social wellbeing of the 50 states of the Union and Washington D.C., as well as 1,196 counties in 12 selected states: California, Colorado, Florida, Georgia, Iowa, Kentucky, Minnesota, Montana, Nebraska, New York, Oklahoma, and Texas. To find out more and explore the rankings, please visit our website: usprosperity.net
What is Prosperity? Legatum Institute 2021-07-22 | To mark the launch of our 2021 United States Prosperity Index, we have created this video to explain why prosperity is about far more than economic growth or individual wealth.At the Legatum Institute, we believe that true prosperity is when all people have the opportunity to thrive. It is underpinned by an inclusive society, with a strong social contract that protects the fundamental liberties and security of every individual. It is driven by an open economy that harnesses ideas and talent to create sustainable pathways out of poverty. And it is built by empowered people, who create a society that promotes wellbeing. True prosperity means everyone has the opportunity to thrive by fulfilling their unique potential and playing their part in strengthening their communities and nations. Because ultimately, prosperity is not just about what we have; it is also about who we become. To find out more about the Legatum Institute and the United States Prosperity Index, please visit: usprosperity.net
CEO, Baroness Stroud, supports the Skills and Post-16 Education Bill in the House of Lords Legatum Institute 2021-06-18 | CEO of the Legatum Institute, Baroness Philippa Stroud, emphasises her support in the House of Lords for the Skills and Post-16 Education Bill. During her speech, she recognises the importance of the Bill, particularly with regards to establishing a better anti-poverty strategy and to ensuring the success of the United Kingdom at a pivotal point in its history.
How can we make the ¨Levelling up¨agenda a success? - Legatum Institute panel event Legatum Institute 2021-05-28 | Following the publication of our UK Prosperity Index, which measures current levels of prosperity, across its institutional, economic, and social dimensions, in all 379 local authorities of the country, we held a virtual event on 28th May 2021 to discuss how every community and area of the UK can move the dial on their own prosperity, what a ‘levelled-up’ UK would look like in reality, and how regions across the UK can have equal participation in this important ambition.Speakers:Sebastian Payne, Whitehall Editor, Financial Times (Chair)Professor Matthew Goodwin, Director, Legatum Institute’s Centre for UK ProsperityProfessor Anand Menon, Director, UK in a Changing EuropeRt Hon John Healey MP, Shadow Secretary of State for DefenceJennifer Wallace, Head of Policy, Carnegie UK To download the UK Prosperity Index report: li.com/reports/uk-prosperity-index-2021To find out more about the Legatum Institute and our work: www.li.com
How nations succeed: Analyses of national transformation Legatum Institute 2021-05-25 | To mark our recently published report on How Nations Succeed we held a virtual launch event on 25th May 2021.The report draws one underlying conclusion: ultimately, nations that develop, develop themselves. Based on examination of 10 countries’ journeys towards prosperity over 60 years, we found that an environment which enables prosperity is the result of successive leaders’ careful and conscious management of institutional, economic, and social wellbeing. Countries around the world need leaders to be people of both vision and character, committed to placing the long-term development of their nations above short-term political imperatives. The webinar provided an opportunity to unearth how nations across the globe can move the dial on their own prosperity, and just how leaders of today can champion prosperity for their people. Our Director of Policy Dr Stephen Brien moderated a discussion with a distinguished panel of speakers: (Keynote speaker) Her Excellency Yamina Karitanyi, High Commissioner for the Republic of Rwanda to the UKSir Paul Collier Professor of Economics and Public Policy at the Blavatnik School of GovernmentStephen Karingi, Director of Regional Integration and Trade Division at the United Nations Economic Commission for AfricaThe Hon Alexander Downer AC, Executive Chair of the International School for Government and former Foreign Affairs Minister of AustraliaDr Lant Pritchett, Former Senior Fellow at the Center for Global DevelopmentMs Clare Akamanzi, CEO of the Rwanda Development BoardMs Molly Kiniry, Former Programme and Research Manager at the Legatum Institute To download the How Nations Succeed report please visit: li.com/research/how-nations-succeedTo find out more about the Legatum Institute and our work please visit: www.li.com
Legatum Institute CEO, Baroness Stroud, responds to the Queens Speech in the House of Lords Legatum Institute 2021-05-21 | Legatum Institute CEO, Baroness Philippa Stroud, responds to the Queen's Speech in the House of Lords by emphasising the importance of broadening our view of prosperity and expanding the current focus of the UK Government's 'Levelling-Up' agenda.During her speech, Baroness Stroud highlighted the need for a framework to understand which policies are needed to drive prosperity in different areas of the UK, and a baseline against which to assess the effectiveness of new initiatives. She noted that the Legatum Institute's UK Prosperity Index not only provides this framework but can also help policymakers identify the relative strengths and weaknesses of communities across the country.To find out more about the UK Prosperity Index, and how it can helps support the Government's 'Levelling-Up' agenda, visit: li.com/reports/uk-prosperity-index-2021
UK Prosperity Index launch 2021 Legatum Institute 2021-05-13 | The Legatum Institute is delighted to host this event to celebrate the launch of the UK Prosperity Index 2021.The event will feature a discussion between special guest speaker, former Chancellor and Home Secretary, The Rt Hon Sajid Javid MP, and the Director of the Institute’s Centre for UK Prosperity, Professor Matthew Goodwin, exploring the challenges and opportunities facing Britain as it comes out of the coronavirus crisis. We are also delighted to be joined by the Director of Reform, Charlotte Pickles, who will share her insights on the 'levelling-up' agenda.The UK Prosperity Index has been designed to be a tool for transformation that will help leaders at all levels seize the opportunities available to them, providing a comprehensive and holistic assessment of the strengths and weaknesses of every region and local authority of the UK.To download the report, please visit: www.li.com
What is Prosperity? Legatum Institute Centre for UK Prosperity Legatum Institute 2021-05-13 | To mark the launch of our UK Prosperity Index we have created this video to explain why prosperity is about far more than economic growth or individual wealth.At the Legatum Institute, we believe that true prosperity is when all people have the opportunity to thrive. It is underpinned by an inclusive society, with a strong social contract that protects the fundamental liberties and security of every individual. It is driven by an open economy that harnesses ideas and talent to create sustainable pathways out of poverty. And it is built by empowered people, who create a society that promotes wellbeing. True prosperity means everyone has the opportunity to thrive by fulfilling their unique potential and playing their part in strengthening their communities and nations. Because ultimately, prosperity is not just about what we have; it is also about who we become. To find out more about the Legatum Institute and the Centre for UK Prosperity, please visit: li.com
Perú 200 años: Augusto Alvarez, periodista, explica la importancia de bajar la temperatura política. Legatum Institute 2021-05-06 | En el marco del programa del Índice Global de Apertura Económica del Legatum Institute, el pasado miércoles 5 de mayo se llevó a cabo una mesa redonda virtual para discutir los desafíos más importantes que enfrenta el Perú. Aquí Augusto Alvarez Rodrich (periodista) explica la importancia de bajar la temperatura politica y buscar puntos de encuentro. Para saber más visite: https://li.com/commentaries/retos-per...
Elena Conterno, Presidenta del IPAE sobre partidos políticos sólidos como pilar de la democracia. Legatum Institute 2021-05-06 | En el marco del programa del Índice Global de Apertura Económica del Legatum Institute, el pasado miércoles 5 de mayo se llevó a cabo una mesa redonda virtual para discutir los desafíos más importantes que enfrenta el Perú. Aquí Elena Conterno, Presidenta del IPAE sobre partidos políticos sólidos como pilar de la democracia. li.com/commentaries/perus-200-years-innovations-to-ensure-competent-and-honest-political-leadership
PERU 200 AÑOS: Innovaciones para un buen liderazgo politico Legatum Institute 2021-05-06 | En el marco del programa del Índice Global de Apertura Económica del Legatum Institute, el pasado miércoles 5 de mayo se llevó a cabo una mesa redonda virtual para discutir los desafíos más importantes que enfrenta el Perú. Carlos Montes (Legatum) moderó una conversación con algunos de los mejores analistas e investigadores políticos: • Elena Conterno (presidenta IPAE) • Nano Guerra Garcia (Fuerza Popular)• Pedro Francke (Nuevo Peru)• Augusto Alvarez Rodrich (periodista y economista) • Enrique Ghersi (abogado, Instituto Cato)
Pedro Francke del Equipo económico Nuevo Peru, explica reformas judiciales y políticas. Legatum Institute 2021-05-06 | En el marco del programa del Índice Global de Apertura Económica del Legatum Institute, el pasado miércoles 5 de mayo se llevó a cabo una mesa redonda virtual para discutir los desafíos más importantes que enfrenta el Perú. Aquí Pedro Francke del Equipo económico Nuevo Peru, explica reformas judiciales y políticas. Para saber más visite: li.com/commentaries/perus-200-years-innovations-to-ensure-competent-and-honest-political-leadership
Nano Guerra Garcia, Jefe de Gobierno Fuerza Popular, explica las reformas judiciales necesarias. Legatum Institute 2021-05-06 | En el marco del programa del Índice Global de Apertura Económica del Legatum Institute, el pasado miércoles 5 de mayo se llevó a cabo una mesa redonda virtual para discutir los desafíos más importantes que enfrenta el Perú. Aquí Nano Guerra Garcia, Jefe de Gobierno Fuerza Popular, explica las reformas judiciales necesarias. Para saber más visite: li.com/commentaries/perus-200-years-innovations-to-ensure-competent-and-honest-political-leadership
PERU 200 AÑOS: Innovaciones para un buen liderazgo politico (Segunda Mesa Redonda) Legatum Institute 2021-05-06 | En los últimos 20 años, Perú ha tenido uno de los récords macroeconómicos y de crecimiento más sólidos de América Latina, así como también elecciones libres y justas. A pesar de este récord, los niveles de confianza de los ciudadanos en su gobierno, legislatura, políticos, poder judicial y policía son unos de los más bajos del mundo. En el Instituto Legatum, nuestra visión de prosperidad no solo incluye una gestión económica competente, sino también en la construcción y apoyo al imperio de la ley (aplicable a todos) y a instituciones democráticas que respondan a todos los ciudadanos. Al celebrar 200 años de independencia, el 28 de julio de 2021, Perú enfrenta tres serios desafíos: político (tres presidentes en una semana y grandes protestas populares), salud pública (alta mortalidad y alto impacto económico de Covid-19) y corrupción (Vacuna-gate, Lava Jato y Cuellos Blancos). Nuestro análisis (li.com/commentaries/perus-200-years-innovations-to-ensure-competent-and-honest-political-leadership) indica que la corrupción en el sistema político y judicial; junto con la naturaleza "informal" de los partidos políticos son las barreras más importantes a la prosperidad en el Perú. El miércoles 6 de mayo a las 11 horas hora de Lima (17:00 GMT+1), hemos organizado de la segunda mesa redonda virtual para discutir los desafíos más importantes que se enfrenta el Perú.Carlos Montes (Legatum) moderará una conversación con algunos de los mejores analistas e investigadores políticos: • Elena Conterno (presidenta IPAE) • Nano Guerra Garcia (Fuerza Popular)• Pedro Francke (Nuevo Peru)• Augusto Alvarez Rodrich (periodista y economista) • Enrique Ghersi (abogado, Instituto Cato)Los panelistas analizarán los desafíos que enfrenta el Perú y sugerirán innovaciones para asegurar que de las instituciones políticas peruanas puedan permitir la emergencia de líderes políticos competentes y honestos.____________________________________________________________________________________In the last 20 years, Peru has had one of the strongest macroeconomic and growth records in Latin America as well as unbroken free and fair elections. Despite this record, Peruvian citizens’ confidence in their government, legislature, politicians, judiciary and the police rank amongst the lowest in the world. Here at the Legatum Institute, our vision of prosperity is based not only on competent economic management but also on building and supporting the rule of law (applicable to everyone) and political accountability through democratic institutions. Celebrating 200 years of independence on 28 July 2021, Peru faces three serious challenges: political (three presidents in one week and large popular protests), public health (high mortality and high economic impact of Covid-19) and corruption (Vaccine-gate and Lava Jato). Our analysis (li.com/commentaries/perus-200-years-innovations-to-ensure-competent-and-honest-political-leadership) indicates that the corruption in the political system and the judiciary; together with the “informal” nature of political parties are the most important constraints to Peru’s path to prosperity. On Wednesday 5th May at 11am Lima time (5pm GMT+1), we will be hosting our second online roundtable discussion (in Spanish) to consider these challenges. Carlos Montes (Legatum Fellow) will moderate a conversation with some of the best political analysts and researchers on Peru: • Elena Conterno (President of the IPAE)• Nano Guerra Garcia (Fuerza Popular)• Pedro Francke (Nuevo Peru)• Enrique Ghersi (Lawyer, Cato Institute)• Augusto Alvarez Rodrich (Journalist and Economist) The panellists will analyse the challenges facing Peru and suggest ways to ensure that competent and honest political leaders emerge from Peruvian political institutions.
Perú: 200 años. José Ugaz explica la crisis de la justicia. Legatum Institute 2021-03-31 | En el marco del programa del Índice Global de Apertura Económica del Legatum Institute, el pasado martes 23 de marzo se llevó a cabo una mesa redonda virtual para discutir los desafíos más importantes que enfrenta el Perú. Aquí José Ugaz, ex presidente de Transparencia Internacional, nos habla sobre el rol de la juventud en el Perú. Para saber más visite: li.com/commentaries/retos-peru-200-anos
