Stefan Dercon

  • Stefan Dercon is a distinguished economist and development expert with extensive experience in academia and government.

  • He served as the chief economist for the UK's Department for International Development (DFID) and has worked on development projects across various countries.

  • Dercon's research focuses on poverty, agriculture, and political economy in developing nations.

  • His academic background includes positions at the University of Oxford and the University of Leuven.

  • Known for combining theoretical knowledge with practical insights, Dercon's work emphasizes the importance of understanding local contexts and political dynamics in shaping development outcomes.

  • His approach to development economics is characterized by a nuanced understanding of the complexities involved in fostering economic growth and reducing poverty.

Books by Stefan Dercon