May Day 2026: Worker Organizations Uphold Democracy Amidst Rising Conflict and Authoritarianism Read More
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A new generation of Bangkok Street vendors: Economic crisis as opportunity and threatCities In 1997, the financial crisis seriously damaged the Thai economy and led to the closing of many companies. Previously, it had been believed... Read More
Drivers of urban sprawl in urbanizing China – a political ecology analysisEnvironment and Urbanization This special issue on urban livelihoods was developed in collaboration with WIEGO. Read More
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