This volume explores the dynamics involved in shaping the complex interface between multinational corporations and possibilities for CSR-related development. It captures the mixed record of MNCs in promoting effective development in those parts of the world where it is most needed.

Introduction. Corporate social responsibility in developing countries: a development-oriented approach Dima Jamali, Charlotte Karam and Michael Blowfield1. A corporate social responsibility calculus: Global dialogue and local discourses Duane Windsor2. Bridging the governance gap with political CSR Ismail Adelopo, Kemi Yekini and Lukman Raimi3. Operational intent and development impact in mining Deanna Kemp, John Owen and Vimala Dejvongsa4. The headquartering effect in international CSR Ralph Barkemeyer, Frank Figge and Lutz Preuss5. Indigenous communities and mega-projects: Corporate social responsibility (CSR) and consultation-consent principles Jacobo Ramirez6. Migrants' engagement in CSR: The case of a Ghanaian migrants' transnational social enterprise Daniela Bolzani and Selenia Marabello7. CSR, mining and development in Namibia David Littlewood and Jo-Anna Russon8. CSR and the development deficit: Part of the solution or part of the problem? Nonita Yap9. Social and environmental accountability in developing countries Ataur Belal10. CSR practices in Turkey: Examining CSR reports Bilge Uyan Atay and Asli Tuncay-Celikel11. CSR and sexual and reproductive health: A case study among women workers in the football manufacturing industry of Sialkot, Pakistan Sara Husain and Peter Lund-Thomsen12. CSR and firm performance: New evidence from developing countries Chiara Amini and Silvia Dal Bianco13. Political CSR and social development: Lessons from the Bangladesh garment industry Kristin Huber and Dirk Gilbert