Setting the course for a new German development policy
The new German Federal Government is reorganising its relations with actors in the Global South. IDOS is involved in shaping foreign policies and international cooperation for sustainable development with debates, scientific analyses and recommendations for action.
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Refugees and displacement
Never before have so many people been displaced worldwide. The causes of flight and migration are often complex. How can development policy help to prevent displacement and mitigate its negative consequences?
Klimalog – Research and dialogue for a climate-smart and just transformation
As part of the Klimalog, IDOS promotes an understanding of the links between climate policy and development and researches concrete steps towards a transformation towards "climate-smart" and equitable development paths.
Opinion pieces and media contributions
Germany’s role in Syria’s reconstruction through decentralisation
Post-conflict reconstruction must go beyond infrastructure; it requires restoring trust between citizens and the state.
Read moreIn search of a Plan B: The Future of Global Development Lies in ‘Like-Minded Internationalism’
Len Ishmael, Stephan Klingebiel and Andy Sumner argue that states and coalitions must soon decide whether they will become norm-takers or norm-makers. 22 May 2025
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Online, 12.06.2025
Bonn, 17.06.2025
Bonn and online, 18.06.2025
Current publications
Toward a universal approach to financing for sustainable development: what Seville can deliver
Kloke-Lesch, Adolf (2025)
Opinion: As the rules of global cooperation shift, here is plan B
Ishmael, Len / Stephan Klingebiel / Andy Sumner (2025)
UN at 80 needs a new approach to reforming the UN development system
Baumann, Max-Otto (2025)
Rebuilding legitimacy for Global Governance: the case for a new independent commission
Klingebiel, Stephan / Andy Sumner / Arief Anshory Yusuf (2025)
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