"The progressive governance network brings together centre-left heads of state, governments, politicians and intellectuals from across the world to address key challenges in a globalised world. Globalisation has led to unprecedented opportunities but its benefits have not reached many and inequalities have increased. The recent financial crisis called into question the neo-liberal consensus that dominated the global political economy since the 1980’s and the time is ripe for a paradigm shift to a more sustainable and inclusive system." (Quoted from article)