The COVID-19 pandemic has triggered the deepest economic recession in nearly a century, threatening health, disrupting economic activity, and hurting well-being and jobs. Extraordinary policies are required to walk the tightrope towards recovery, which will shape the economic and social prospects of the coming decade.
This page features the latest OECD data, recommendations and policy advice regarding the economic impact of COVID-19, as well as a curated collection of earlier OECD economic content.
In the midst of the COVID crisis, the African continent's digital transformation might support the creation of jobs and new opportunities for young people and help African societies to open up, encourage productive entrepreneurship, promote transparent governance, diversify economies – making them more resilient – and foster regional integration.
The STI system response to COVID-19 has been decisive, rapid and significant. But the pandemic has also revealed gaps that need filling to improve overall system resilience and preparedness for future crises.
Governments must re-set STI policies to direct innovation efforts towards the goals of sustainability, inclusivity and resiliency.
Food systems around the world face a triple challenge: providing food security and nutrition for a growing global population; supporting livelihoods for those working along the food supply chain; and contributing to environmental sustainability. Better policies hold tremendous promise for making progress in these domains.
This new series brings together data, analysis and recommendations on a range of topics related to the impacts of the coronavirus (COVID-19) on the global economy.
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This inventory focuses on the global economy, pulling together analysis and data directly and indirectly related to the broad and far-reaching economic challenges arising in the context of the coronavirus (COVID-19). From productivity and income redistribution to tourism and SMEs, this collection brings together a broad range of policies to promote sustainable economic growth and build resilience for an inclusive and green recovery.