“The real wealth of a nation is its people. And the purpose of development is to create an enabling environment for people to enjoy long, healthy, and creative lives. This simple but powerful truth is too often forgotten in the pursuit of material and financial wealth.”
Quote by Mahbub ul Haq
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Mahbub ul Haq
Mahbub ul Haq was an outstanding economist known for his research on poverty and development. Born on February 22, 1934, and passing away on July 16, 1998, Professor Haq had a significant impact in the field of economics, particularly in South Asia. more
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