The ‘green economy’ may contribute to achieving a greener and
fairer world. However, there are several barriers to overcome
first. The green economy should be tamed and guided by
principles of equity, respect and shared responsibility. Find
out more about the green economy >> Based on our experience in
Mindanao, one of the biggest barriers in realising the vision of
a fairer world is the continuing control and dominance of global
corporations, which prioritise profit over sustainable and
equitable development. Governments, especially in developing
countries like the Philippines, have difficulty making global
corporations accountable to national laws and international
standards. There is no doubt that global corporations are among
the key drivers of change in the world today. However, the drive
for profit had put serious strain to the world’s resources and
added tension to local culture, politics and livelihoods. To
some extent they have even deprived communities of their safety
and of livelihoods which are de