Mushtaq Khan

Mushtaq Khan, Professor of economics at SOAS University of London and anti-corruption advocate, delves into the complexities of governance in developing nations. He examines the entrenched corruption in Nigeria's Niger Delta and how community dynamics hinder effective reforms. Khan explains the importance of understanding local power structures and the role of organizational capabilities in driving economic growth. He contrasts successful industrial policies in South Korea with the struggles faced in India and highlights the significance of tailored strategies to combat corruption and promote development.

Mushtaq Khan, a Professor of Economics at SOAS University of London and leader of the Anti-Corruption Evidence Research Consortium, delves into the complex world of institutional economics and corruption in developing countries. He discusses the devastating impact of oil theft in Nigeria's Niger Delta and how community dynamics influence corruption. Highlighting the need for tailored policies, Khan argues that enhancing organizational capabilities is crucial for effective governance and economic reform, rather than relying solely on anti-corruption measures.

Claire Walsh, J-PAL leader offering career tips; Mushtaq Khan, political-economy economist; Leah Utyasheva, researcher on pesticide bans; James Snowden, funder on moral tradeoffs; Alexander Berger, cause-prioritization strategist; Varsha Venugopal, community immunisation innovator; James Tibenderana, malaria and gene-drive expert; Lucia Coulter, lead-paint campaigner; Hannah Ritchie, agricultural data scientist; Rachel Glennerster, RCT specialist; Sarah Eustis-Guthrie, evaluator; Dean Spears, neonatal nutrition researcher; Karen Levy, governance consultant. They discuss pesticide bans, gene drives for malaria, boosting African farm productivity, lead-paint regulation, village influencers for vaccination, and how institutions and incentives shape what scales.