Developing countries would implement sound economic policies accompanied by good governance.

Clearly, the responsibility to implement sound economic policies rests with African countries themselves.

Private sector involvement and sound domestic economic, social and environmental policies are also important.

The Declaration accepted that while sound national economic policies are essential, they need a supportive international economic environment.

He recognized that human rights crucially complemented sound economic policies and a good investment climate.

Government policies for the promotion of a sound macroeconomic framework are essential for sustained economic growth.

Sound economic policies must therefore be accompanied by positive approaches that promoted respect and encouraged democracy.

One of the conditions necessary for good economic performance and development is having sound macroeconomic policies in place.

The impressive rates of economic growth and poverty reduction in that region illustrated the enormous benefits of sound economic policies and pro growth reforms.

Sound policies are needed to reverse those problems.

The truth is that a country s past failures do not influence investors if its current institutions and economic policies are sound.

Developing countries agreed to take responsibility for their own economic progress through good governance, sound policies and the rule of law.

Promote good governance at all levels, pursue sound macroeconomic policies and put in place policies and investments to drive sustained economic growth, stimulate the private sector and promote employment generation

Sound economic policies, solid democratic institutions responsive to the needs of the people and improved infrastructure are the basis for sustained economic growth, poverty eradication and employment creation.

First, there should be sound national policies and correct governance.

Our policies and measures are directed towards environmentally sound development.

They will depend, in part, on sound export oriented policies.

Emphasizes that economic growth should be further strengthened and sustained, noting that global economic growth depends on national economic growth and that implementation of sound macroeconomic policies could significantly contribute to a revitalization of economic growth

3. Emphasizes that economic growth should be further strengthened and sustained, noting that global economic growth depends on national economic growth and that implementation of sound macroeconomic policies could significantly contribute to a revitalization of economic growth

Economic and social policies

Rule 16 Economic policies

And it identified a set of sound and mutually reinforcing policies.

The first of those are sound national policies and correct governance.

An increasing number of our countries are implementing sound macroeconomic policies.

An earlier set of studies, for instance, showed that aid does make a difference in countries with good governance and sound macro economic policies.

Ms. Juul (Norway) said the Monterrey Consensus had stressed that good governance and sound economic policies were preconditions for mobilizing domestic and international resources.

Creating favourable national conditions through appropriate economic policies and sound management of external debt is an essential part of the duty of the State.

82. In addition to sound national policies and a favourable international economic environment, official development assistance remained crucially important for the poorest developing countries.

They furthermore stated that sound economic policies, solid democratic institutions and improved infrastructure are the basis for the eradication of poverty and successful employment creation.

Sound education policies remain paramount for achieving gender equality and eradicating poverty.

3. Emphasizes that economic growth should be further strengthened and sustained, noting that global economic growth depends on national economic growth and that implementation of sound macroeconomic policies at all levels could significantly contribute to a revitalization of economic growth

3. Emphasizes that economic growth should be further strengthened and sustained, noting that global economic growth depends on national economic growth and that the implementation of sound macroeconomic policies at all levels could significantly contribute to a revitalization of economic growth

Many African countries have used the past decade to put in place sound and sustainable economic policies that have delivered robust growth and low inflation. Together with debt relief, these policies have resulted in low levels of public debt, relatively sound financial systems, and most important rising living standards.

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Development assistance is a catalyst for growth, but the primary engine for economic expansion and transformational development is sound policies at the national level and accountable government.

At the national level, we have combined sound macroeconomic policies with strong social programmes.

Foreign direct investment and ODA remained critical, not only for the economic growth of developing countries, but also for their endeavours to develop national capacity and sound economic policies to ensure fulfilment of the Goals.

Throughout this exercise, we are continuously reminded of the primary responsibility of developing countries to implement sound economic policies and ensure good governance and the rule of law.

A lasting solution would require the sustained implementation of sound economic policies which also took into account the social dimension of adjustment and carefully considered each individual case.

First and foremost, debtor countries should implement sound market oriented economic and industrial policies aimed at utilizing domestic savings, promoting investment and securing the return of flight capital.

Fiscal discipline does not sound as visionary as economic government.

Economic policies come in roughly four variants.

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Subprogramme 4. Micro economic issues and policies

International economic, trade and investment policies should be improved, and domestic policies should be focused on productivity and economic performance.