This volume examines the growing world economy and the resulting increased pressures on the environment and social welfare across the globe, especially within the context of the United Nations. Students will gain an understanding of the UN's response to these trends, particularly in its growing commitment to sustainable development and narrowing the wealth gap as a path to managing economic globalization.

Includes glossary and index.

Economic development -- Sustainable development -- Agenda 21 -- Development programs -- Financing development.