Uganda Can Create Higher Labor Productivity Jobs by Improving Trade and Business Environment
Uganda’s economy needs to gradually create more jobs for its fast-growing
and youth population. To accelerate economic growth and drive transformation,
these jobs will need to...
First Road Safety Profile Report to Help Save Lives on the Road
The World Bank’s Global Road Safety
Facility (GRSF) presented the Guide for Road
Safety Opportunities and Challenges: Low- and Middle-income Country Profiles during the 3rd Global...
Germany’s ambitious efforts to advance its clean energy transition
The International Energy Agency released its latest in-depth review of German energy
policies today, welcoming the country’s bold
approach to its clean energy transition.
Since the...
Off-Grid Solar Industry Grows Into a $1.75 Billion Annual Market
The
off-grid solar industry has grown into a $1.75 billion annual market, providing
lighting and other energy services to 420 million users and remains on a...
“Westlessness”: Munich Security Report 2020
Is the world becoming less Western? Is the West itself becoming
less Western, too? What does it mean for the world if the West leaves...
Uganda: Expanding Social Protection Programs to Boost Inclusive Growth
Uganda’s economy grew by 6.5 percent in FY18/19, maintaining the rebound in
economic activity over the last two years, according to the latest edition of
the...
Ireland: Prepare now for rising fiscal pressures, external risks
Ireland needs to prepare itself to meet rising pressures on public
finances from an ageing population and significant external risks such as new
EU-UK trade barriers...
Leaving No Place Behind Within the MENA Is Critical for Economic Growth and Social Inclusion
Where someone is born in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) should not
determine their ability to succeed in life, according to a new...
Georgia: The importance of maintaining reform momentum
Georgia remains committed to the implementation of the EU-Georgia
Association Agreement. The months to come, however, will be key
for Georgia to tackle increasing political polarisation...
Papua New Guinea Economy Facing Economic Headwinds
Papua New Guinea (PNG)’s economy continues to face economic headwinds
resulting from global and domestic economic uncertainties, according to the latest
World Bank economic update for...