======El Gran Giro de América Latina====== This research report explores the transformative potential of the COVID-19 pandemic for Latin America, emphasizing the need for a significant shift towards a more democratic, equitable, and inclusive society. The report discusses ten major challenges facing the region, including the establishment of a new social contract, the consolidation of democracy, the enhancement of citizen participation, the creation of inclusive and innovative productive bases, and the advancement of international cooperation. The authors propose four key accelerators for the "Great Turn" in Latin America: citizen participation, a new social contract, diversified and innovative productive bases, and a new phase of international cooperation. The report highlights the importance of institutionalizing foresight in public policies and developing capabilities for anticipating and addressing global structural change. It calls for a proactive, efficient, and democratic state to lead the transformation towards sustainable development and the fulfillment of the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development. The authors advocate for a "Great National Pact" in each country, coordinated with businesses and society, to build a shared vision of the nation and implement policies, plans, and programs towards the desired future. \\ \\ (Generated with the help of GPT-4) \\ ^ Quick Facts ^^ |Report location: |[[https://espas.secure.europarl.europa.eu/orbis/system/files/generated/document/en/el_gran_giro_de_america_latina_ebook.pdf|source]] | |Language: |English | |Publisher: |[[encyclopedia:co_uv_university_of_valle|University of Valle]] | |Authors: | Javier Medina, Jorge Máttar, Sergio Bitar | |Page count: |168 pages | =====Methods===== The research method used in the report involves analyzing global trends and scenarios for the future of Latin America, considering the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic. The authors explore the transformative potential of the pandemic, identify major challenges facing the region, and propose key accelerators for change. They emphasize the need for institutionalizing foresight in public policies, developing capabilities for anticipating and addressing global structural change, and advocating for a proactive, efficient, and democratic state to lead the transformation towards sustainable development. \\ \\ (Generated with the help of GPT-4) \\ =====Key Insights===== The report emphasizes the need for a renewed state that can lead the region towards democracy and sustainable development. It discusses the importance of citizen participation, a new social contract, a diversified and innovative productive base, and a new phase of international cooperation as key accelerators for the "Great Turn" in Latin America. The authors propose institutionalizing foresight in public policies and developing capabilities to anticipate and address global structural change. They call for a proactive, efficient, and democratic state to lead the transformation towards sustainable development and the fulfillment of the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development. The report suggests a "Great National Pact" in each country, coordinated with businesses and society, to build a shared vision of the nation and implement policies, plans, and programs towards the desired future. \\ \\ (Generated with the help of GPT-4) \\ =====Additional Viewpoints===== Categories: {{tag>2030_agenda}} | {{tag>English_publication_language}} | {{tag>citizen_participation}} | {{tag>climate_change}} | {{tag>covid-19}} | {{tag>democracy}} | {{tag>demography}} | {{tag>development}} | {{tag>foresight}} | {{tag>forward_planning}} | {{tag>future}} | {{tag>global_structural_change}} | {{tag>governance}} | {{tag>great_national_pact}} | {{tag>inclusion}} | {{tag>innovation}} | {{tag>international_cooperation}} | {{tag>latin_america}} | {{tag>pandemic}} | {{tag>politics}} | {{tag>post-pandemic}} | {{tag>productive_bases}} | {{tag>public_policies}} | {{tag>regional_planning}} | {{tag>regions}} | {{tag>social_contract}} | {{tag>south_america}} | {{tag>state_transformation}} | {{tag>strategic_foresight}} | {{tag>sustainable_development}} | {{tag>sustainable_development_goals}} | {{tag>sustainable_recovery}} ~~DISCUSSION~~