The London Consensus: Economic Principles for the 21st Century

Forty years ago, the Washington Consensus emerged. John Williamson of PIIE laid out a series of dos and don’ts for policymakers in Latin America that found acceptance around the world. Despite its influence, the Washington Consensus has since been widely criticized and often mischaracterized in terms of its approach and scope. The challenge remains to identify a set of new ideas—and policies—that can guide us through the challenges humanity faces today. Convened at the London School of Economics and Political Science (LSE), The London Consensus: Economic Principles for the 21st Century,…