Martin Khor

About the Author

Martin Khor is a renowned Malaysian economist, environmentalist, and advocate for sustainable development, whose career has been dedicated to bridging the gaps between global environmental challenges and equitable economic progress. As the former Director of the Third World Network, he has influenced international policy discussions on trade, climate change, and biodiversity through incisive analysis and grassroots activism. Khor's writings explore the intersections of globalization, environmental degradation, and social justice, urging a reevaluation of development paradigms in an era of ecological crisis. His seminal work, The Future of Progress: Reflections on Environment and Development, encapsulates his vision for a harmonious balance between human advancement and planetary health, drawing on decades of fieldwork and diplomatic engagement across Asia and beyond.