{"product_id":"future-for-small-states","title":"Future for Small States","description":"There has been a dearth of solid analytical work done on the special problems of small states. This report attempts to overcome that shortcoming and provides a comprehensive analysis of vulnerability of small states in all its dimensions, including political, economic, social and environmental aspects. \n\nThe Commonwealth’s 31 small states (countries with a population of 1.5 million or less) do not form a homogeneous group, but share important characteristics which render them vulnerable, including openness, insularity, enclaveness, weakness and dependence. These characteristics of vulnerability are examined, both by type of threat - territorial, political, economic and environmental - and by region. Many small states have an enviable record of political stability, and some have a good record on economic and social progress; but others have struggled to develop their economies. Small states are concerned about possible marginalisation in a world of globalised trade, investment, finance and production; they are more susceptible than larger states to environmental threats, both natural and man-made; and threats posed to their security by international crime. The increasing importance of regional organisations and international fora for enhancing their security are discussed.\n\nThe report provides a series of action points to counteract small states’ vulnerability. It was prepared by a nine-member Advisory Group of eminent personalities constituted by the Commonwealth Secretary-General, Chief Emeka Anyaoku, in response to a decision taken by member governments.","brand":"Commonwealth Secretariat","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54249773105496,"sku":"9780850925111","price":72.99,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0278\/1295\/4195\/files\/9780850925111_9e33981b-63f1-4022-80f5-3119953af3cf.jpg?v=1765666844","url":"https:\/\/agendabookshop.com\/products\/future-for-small-states","provider":"Agenda Bookshop","version":"1.0","type":"link"}