The third way and the third world: poverty reduction and social inclusion strategies in the rise of ‘inclusive’ liberalism

On the basis of our broad strategy, we have formulated the following policy response to poverty: promoting opportunities, creating security, strengthening capabilities and generating empowerment. … Faster growth will require policies that encourage macroeconomic stability, shift resources to more productive sectors, and integrate with the global economy. … Attention is also needed to the social structures and institutions, which affect development, also called social capital. (Cambodia's interim Poverty Reduction Strategy Paper, pp. 2–3.)An inclusive economy provides well-being to New Zealanders by ensuring that there are broad based opportunities for people to participate in society and the economy … Higher incomes expand opportunities and choice and provide the basis for participation in society. A society of people that enjoys high levels of participation, interconnection and cohesion is defined in this project as possessing a high level of social capability. … (New Zealand Treasury, Towards an Inclusive Economy, p. 13.)