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Introduction to Land Tenure and Property Rights Issues and Best Practices Training. Gregory Myers, PhD Land Tenure and Property Rights Division Chief USAID 18 February 2014. Why does land matter?. Land is a central global development issue.
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Introduction to Land Tenure and Property Rights Issues and Best Practices Training Gregory Myers, PhD Land Tenure and Property Rights Division Chief USAID 18 February 2014
Why does land matter? Land is a central global development issue Secure land tenure and property rights create incentives for investment and trade, contribute to job growth and global prosperity, foster good stewardship of land and natural resources, and prevent conflict
Definitions matter. So we will… Create a shared vocabulary of fundamental LTPR concepts and terms Identify a few common confusions in the use of key terms which can lead to miscommunication in policy discussions