Policies should prioritize the poor and the vulnerable as the economy is projected to recover in 2022
The Malaysian economy is projected to expand by 5.8 percent in 2022, as domestic and external demand recovers, according to the latest edition of...
Emerging Economies More Optimistic about Artificial Intelligence
According to a new survey, six out of ten expect that products and services using artificial intelligence will profoundly change their daily life in...
Interest in Hybrid Vehicles Still Significantly Outpacing Full Battery Electrics
As global auto manufacturers continue to invest in electrified vehicle (EV) production, internal combustion engine (ICE) powertrains dominate future U.S. intentions, with 69% of...
The Future of Work is About People, not Tech
The future of work—with advanced technologies and new working arrangements—is here and is changing economic opportunities and employment relationships. However, according to the 2021 APEC...
Denmark: Focus on climate policy and labour market inclusion
Denmark’s economy is enjoying one of the quickest post-COVID recoveries of OECD countries. While it is important to stay vigilant to further virus outbreaks,...
Pandemic Drives Need for Technology Adoption Among SMEs but Barriers Remain
A survey by World Economic Forum indicates that the COVID-19 pandemic has increased demand for more adoption and integration of digital technology among small...
Two model rules for domestic implementation of 15% global minimum tax
The OECD today published detailed rules to assist in the implementation of a landmark reform to the international tax system, which will ensure Multinational...
Youth, Women Among Most Vulnerable to Job Loss in Southeast Asia During COVID-19
Southeast Asia’s youth and women bore the brunt of job losses during the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) pandemic, according to an Asian Development Bank (ADB)...
Structural Reforms Can Ease China’s Transition to High-Quality Growth
To achieve quality growth over the medium-term, China will need to rebalance its economy across several dimensions, according to Rebalancing Act, From Recovery to...
Sustainable Plastic Management is key to achieve Green Growth for Bangladesh
Sustainable management of plastic will be crucial for Bangladesh to tackle the increasing plastic pollution and ensure green growth, says a new World Bank...