Bibliography Ahmed, Sadiq (2010) Managing Food Price Inflation in South Asia . The University Press Limited. World Bank Reports Key data on economic trends and policy impacts. IFPRI Studies Research on food policy and agricultural development.
About the Author Sadiq Ahmed Vice Chairman, Policy Research Institute of Bangladesh. Former Director at The World Bank. Expertise Macroeconomics and public policy. Development strategies in South Asia.
Introduction: Book Overview 1 Food Price Inflation Examines inflation in South Asia post-2007 crisis. 2 Analyzes Causes Economic policies and trade impacts. 3 Impact on Food Security Highlights economic instability.
Why This Topic Matters Vulnerable Populations Food price inflation disproportionately affects the large percentage of South Asians living below the poverty line, pushing them further into food insecurity. Regional Economic Impact Elevated food prices can trigger social unrest, hinder economic growth, and destabilize national budgets across South Asian countries.
Purpose of the Book Review 1 Structured Analysis Examine Ahmed's structured analysis of food price inflation causes and trends in South Asia. 2 Examine Strengths Evaluate the strengths of Ahmed's policy recommendations for managing food price volatility. 3 Critical Perspective Assess the effectiveness of food price management strategies in ensuring food security across the region.