Inequality / Chinese Academy of Governance

The protests and social unrest which brought people out to the streets in many countries are a reminder that inequality is a major threat to our economies and to our wellbeing, said OECD Secretary-General.

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Promoting Technological Innovation for New Sources of Growth

Innovation is a central element of China’s reform agenda. Chinese innovations have benefited the world throughout history. Today, with the right policy mix, China could continue to inspire new scientific and technological advances, helping to revitalize the global economy.

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China Development Forum

While China's recent growth trajectory certainly has been notable, the country still faces a number of challenges to build a more inclusive economy as it attains higher levels of prosperity for its citizens, said OECD Secretary-General.

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A Better Global Governance: What is at Stake? The OECD Perspective

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10th Annual Conference of the International Bar Association’s Anti-Corruption Committee

We have made some incredible progress from a time when bribes were considered just part of doing business and companies could claim them back as a tax deduction. But there is still a long way to go. One of our main challenges is ensuring enforcement, said OECD Secretary-General.

An Amazing Come-Back: Working Together for a Strong Recovery and Sustainable Growth in Japan

The triple shock that hit Japan on 11 March 2011 - combining an earthquake, a tsunami and a nuclear accident - has been the largest natural disaster in Japan. The loss and pain have been immense, but the spirit with which Japan has faced this crisis has been even greater, said Angel Gurría.

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Chicago is at a tipping point: despite economic strengths, it faces considerable challenges to compete in the “Premier League” of world-class cities, warns the OECD Secretary-General.

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Greece: OECD’s Gurría welcomes successful debt reduction outcome

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