Banking on Life and Debt
- Synopsis
- The film argues that the "new world economic order" has become a major cause of national debt, export imbalances and financial instability for developing nations. Export policies, cuts in health and education programs and forced farmland sales are among the terms dictated by the World Bank. The video visits three countries where the international banking community has caused diminished living conditions: Ghana, Brazil and the Philippines. Argues that it is time for change in the world monetary policies. For grade 10 to adults.
- Language
- English
- Country
- United States
- Year of release
- 2004
- Year of production
- 2001
- Notes
- NB Only available in the NTSC video system
- Documentation
- Accompanying study guide
- Subjects
- Development studies; Economics; Politics & government
- Keywords
- developing countries; economic aid; World Bank; globalisation
Distribution Formats
- Type
- VHS
- Format
- NTSC
- Price
- £7.00 + £20.00 deposit
- Availability
- Hire
- Duration/Size
- 30 minutes
- Year
- 2004
Production Company
Distributor (Hire)
- Name
Of Public Concern
- ericwalker@gn.apc.org
- Phone
- 01473 717088
- Address
- Nacton
Ipswich
!P10 0LA
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