The COVID-19 crisis: A wake-up call to strengthen social protection systems
Governments, together with social partners and other stakeholders, should use the COVID-19 crisis as a wake-up call to strengthen their social protection systems, says...
Covid-19 crisis underscores need to address trade in fake pharmaceuticals
Recent seizures of fake medical supplies being marketed as protection against Covid-19 underscore the need to address a growing international trade in counterfeit pharmaceuticals...
Geographical Indications: A European treasure worth €75 billion
Agri-food and drink products whose names are protected by the European Union as “Geographical Indications” (GIs) represent a sales value of €74.76 billion, according...
Renewable energy can support resilient and equitable recovery
Advancing the renewables-based energy transformation is an opportunity to meet international climate goals while boosting economic growth, creating millions of jobs and improving human...
Towards a greener economy in Europe through “sector coupling”
Fiscal stimulus packages in Europe to “build back better” after the coronavirus pandemic provide an opportunity for initiating a transformational and green recovery with...
96% Of Global Destinations Impose Travel Restrictions
The scale of disruption caused by COVID-19 to global tourism is shown in a comprehensive new report on travel restrictions from the World Tourism...
Tax and Fiscal Policy in Response to the Coronavirus Crisis
Tax and fiscal policy responses are playing a critical role in limiting the hardship caused by containment measures, and should continue to do so...
Ukraine’s Progress in Public Financial Management-Report
The 2019 Ukraine Public Expenditure and Financial Accountability (PEFA) Assessment report was published today. The assessment was carried out by the World Bank as...
Europe and Central Asia: Health Systems, Safety Nets, and Support to Businesses All Critical
Decisive policy measures that prioritize investments in health care systems and provide safety nets for people, especially the most vulnerable, are critical to mitigating...
Transparency is Key to Weathering Shocks, Investing in Growth, and Enhancing Trust in Government
— Transparency about critical economic issues — such as public debt and employment — will be the key to driving growth and enhancing trust...