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Wide-ranging reforms needed to ensure Italy’s economic recovery

Stronger, more inclusive and sustainable growth, better job opportunities and a reduction in the level of public debt in Italy require a comprehensive programme of far-reaching...

Philippines to Sustain Strong Growth amidst Local and Global Uncertainties

Amidst lingering global and local uncertainties, the Philippine economy is poised to grow at 6.4 percent in 2019 and 6.5 percent in 2020 and 2021, according...

Further reforms in Sweden can drive growth, competitiveness and social cohesion

The Swedish economy is operating close to full capacity, with robust growth and strong employment, but uncertainties linked to the global economy shroud the outlook. Policy...

Further reforms needed for a stronger and more inclusive Argentine economy

The Argentine economy is expected to begin emerging from its deep recession in 2019, but significant risks remain. Recovery from the crisis will require new efforts...

Business models worldwide face radical change

Global business models are changing rapidly and radically, creating a need for policy-makers, businesses and employers’ organizations to innovate, adjust and become more flexible, according to new...

Factory Automation Witnesses Steady Growth

Today, it is hard to imagine industrial production processes being implemented without automation systems. Industrial or factory automation is a vast field that involves simultaneous working...

Global energy demand rose by 2.3% in 2018, its fastest pace in the last decade

Energy demand worldwide grew by 2.3% last year, its fastest pace this decade, an exceptional performance driven by a robust global economy and stronger heating and...

New Report Urges Action to Close Africa’s Gender Gaps in Business Performance

A new World Bank report published today proposes a menu of evidence-based solutions to address wide gender gaps in the performance and profitability of firms in...

World’s Energy Transition in Doubt as Progress on Affordability, Sustainability Stalls

The world’s energy systems have become less affordable and are no more environmentally sustainable than they were five years ago. While access to energy has substantially...

Green and Gray Infrastructure More Powerful When They Work Together

A new generation of infrastructure projects that harness the power of nature can help achieve development goals, including water security and climate resilience,...

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