Focusing on the political drivers of international development cooperation, this book analyzes the policies and performance of OECD countries from the 1960s to today. It scrutinizes the frontrunners and the Western hegemon, exploring shifts in justifications, objectives, and adherence to international ODA targets. Through extensive research, it delves into diverse world-views, societal values, and foreign policy traditions to uncover the varying policy drivers across nations and the global evolution of development assistance.
