Economic Surveys and Country Surveillance

An Economic Survey is published every 1½-2 years for each OECD country and for some larger countries that are not members of the OECD, such as ChinaRussia  and Brazil. It identifies the main economic challenges faced by the country and analyses policy options to meet them. You can find all Surveys catalogued by country. Bookmark this page: www.oecd.org/eco/surveys.

The publication Going for Growth  takes stock of growth performance for each country and identifies ways to improve productivity and employment on the basis of international benchmarking.

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China - Economic Survey: Strong growth but increased social spending needed

02-Feb-2010

With the help of massive government stimulus action, China is now leading the world economy out of recession, according to a new OECD report. Already the world’s second largest economy, China could well overtake the United States to become the leading producer of manufactured goods in the next five to seven years, it says.

Chile - Economic Survey: Securing growth and tackling inequality remain key challenge

27-Jan-2010

Chile, now on the path to becoming the OECD’s newest member, is emerging from recession relatively fast on the back of government stimulus measures and a rebound in copper export prices, says the latest Economic Survey of Chile.

Israel: Reforming education and raising employment key to Israel’s long-term economic growth

20-Jan-2010

Israel’s economy has shown resilience during the global recession, but more active education and employment policies  – particularly targeted at minority groups – are needed to bolster its economic performance and bridge deep divisions within its society, according to the OECD.

Switzerland: Education and housing key areas for reform for Switzerland's economy

15-Jan-2010

While Switzerland has weathered the global crisis better than other OECD economies, challenges remain for monetary and fiscal policies, as well as financial market regulation. Reforms in the housing market as well as in the education system would further raise living standards in the medium and long term.

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