GSC Central Fee Geography Classification

The Global Speakers’ Circle follows a geography-sensitive central fee model designed to keep GSC accessible, sustainable and development-conscious across the world.

1. Developed Countries

Advanced Economies

These countries have high incomes, advanced infrastructure, strong institutions and high standards of living.

United States Canada United Kingdom Germany France Italy Spain Netherlands Belgium Switzerland Austria Sweden Norway Denmark Finland Ireland Australia New Zealand Japan South Korea Singapore Israel

2. Emerging Economies

Emerging Markets

These countries are industrializing rapidly, attracting investment and experiencing strong economic growth, but have not yet reached developed-country status.

China India Brazil Mexico Indonesia Vietnam Thailand Malaysia Philippines Turkey Saudi Arabia United Arab Emirates South Africa Egypt Poland Czech Republic Hungary Chile Colombia Peru

3. Developing Countries

These countries generally have lower income levels, less industrialization and developing infrastructure.

Asia

Pakistan Bangladesh Nepal Sri Lanka Afghanistan Cambodia Laos Myanmar

Africa

Nigeria Kenya Tanzania Uganda Ethiopia Ghana Zambia Zimbabwe

Latin America & Caribbean

Bolivia Paraguay Honduras Guatemala Nicaragua
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