Desarrollo Estatal, Construccion Del Estado Y Ayuda Externa

In: Foro internacional: revista trimestral, Band 50, Heft 3-4, S. 689-723

Abstract

Studies on development highlight the rational choice approach; this fact pushes theories of modernization and institutional capacity into the background. However, these theories still predominate in discussions on aid and in international aid agencies, both in words and in deeds. The reason is that the proposals of the theories used are more manageable or legible administratively. Thus, on reviewing recent studies, it can be seen that in the case of rational choice the perspectives and conclusions on international aid differ. This hinders its use by international aid agencies. Adapted from the source document.