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Economy: OECD sees momentum in global growth, but urges further policy action
20 September 2017 The world economy has picked up momentum, as expanding investment, employment and trade support synchronised growth across most countries, according to our latest Interim Economic Outlook. But the recovery of business investment and trade remain too low, and strong future growth will depend on deeper reforms.
Read moreEconomy: France’s economy is expanding but reforms needed to maintain benefits and boost jobs
14 September 2017 The French economy is expanding, the labour market is recovering, albeit gradually, while productivity and the standard of living remain generally high, the latest OECD Economic Survey of France says. Further reforms are now needed to maintain current levels of social protection, boost jobs and ensure that public finances are sustainable.
Read moreEconomy: Estonia improving, with conditions right for confronting long-term challenges and ensuring sustainable growth
15 September 2017 The Estonian economic outlook is improving, with growth gaining momentum, wages increasing and resilient export performance. Policy actions such as raising public investment and easing labour-market bottlenecks are needed to make growth stronger, greener and more inclusive, according to the latest OECD Economic Survey of Estonia.
Read moreEducation: Benefits remain high, though more effort needed to grasp best opportunities
12 September 2017 Enrolment in tertiary education is expanding rapidly, with very strong returns for individuals and taxpayers, but more effort is needed to ensure that people pursue the fields of study that promise the greatest labour-market opportunities, according to this year’s Education at a Glance 2017.
Read moreTax: Countries are using tax policy to reduce inequalities, drive growth and promote behavioural change
13 September 2017 Countries have continued the trend towards implementing tax policy reforms as part of wider strategies to boost growth, with a growing focus on reducing inequalities and encouraging behavioural change in areas such as transport and tobacco, Tax Policy Reforms: OECD and Selected Partner Economies shows.
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Making globalisation work: Better lives for all
Globalisation’s many benefits have been unequally shared, and public policy has struggled to keep up with a rapidly-shifting world. The OECD is working alongside governments and international organisations to help improve and harness the gains while tackling the root causes of inequality, and ensuring a level playing field globally. Please watch.
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Tax Inspectors Without Borders
Tax Inspectors Without Borders sends highly-qualified tax experts to developing countries that request help with audits of multinational companies. Its pilot projects have already brought in over $260 million in revenue. Visit www.tiwb.org.
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OECD Better Life Index
What’s important for your well-being? Create your Better Life Index or see how your country fares based on OECD quality of life indicators such as education, health and civic engagement. Share what’s important to you and explore what matters most to users from around the world.
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