00857nam a2200085Ia 4500245003500000260000900035520068400044583001800728650002500746 aGlobalization with development c1999 aSummarizes the main characteristics of the current international environment affecting the formulation of economic policies by the region's countries. Lists the main elements which from the Secretariat's point of view, could make up the region's development agenda. Outlines the economic issues upon which the attention of the governments of Latin America and the Caribbean is focused today. Delineates probable trends of the next few years. Contains some general thoughts about the idées-forces which, in the opinion of the Ssecretariat, should drive UNCTAD's action in coming years, as well as reflections on the development strategies of Latin America and the Caribbean. c6/9/00kJOY_D aECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT