Publications & Documents

10-September-2020

English

Corporate Governance in Costa Rica

This review of Corporate Governance in Costa Rica was prepared as part of Costa Rica’s accession process for OECD membership. During the three-year period of the review, the government made substantial progress in strengthening its institutional and legal framework in line with the G20/OECD Principles of Corporate Governance and OECD Guidelines on Corporate Governance of State-Owned Enterprises (SOEs). The report evaluates Costa Rica’s corporate governance policies and practices for both listed and state-owned companies. It finds that while Costa Rica’s capital markets are quite small, its framework for corporate governance of listed companies is largely consistent with the Principles. Costa Rica has seen particular progress in issuing a new corporate governance code and requirements related to ownership disclosure. For SOEs, which play a key role in the Costa Rican economy, the Presidency has taken important steps to establish a co-ordinating unit which has spearheaded numerous reforms. These reforms include issuing a government ownership policy, more transparent and structured appointments of SOE board members (while removing politicians from boards), and reporting on SOEs’ performance. To further strengthen SOE performance and accountability, the report recommends additional steps to improve board practices, clarify performance objectives and implement International Financial Reporting Standards.

1-September-2020

English

Changing Laws and Breaking Barriers for Women’s Economic Empowerment in Egypt, Jordan, Morocco and Tunisia

At a moment when many countries of the MENA region are looking to accelerate economic growth and build more stable, open societies, this report argues that greater women’s economic empowerment holds one of the keys. It asserts that despite challenges some countries are facing in guaranteeing women equal access to economic opportunity, progress is underway and can be further nurtured through targeted, inclusive and coordinated policy actions. Building on the conclusions of a first monitoring report released in 2017, the report analyses recent legislative, policy and institutional reforms in support of women’s economic empowerment in Egypt, Jordan, Morocco and Tunisia and seeks to identify success factors that have helped anchor reform. Moreover, it delivers actionable examples and practical tools for policy makers to help them transform policies into effective actions for women’s economic empowerment.

8-July-2020

English

Egypt continues to strengthen its institutional and legal framework for investment

8 July 2020 - Egypt has committed to a proactive reform agenda to improve the business climate, attract more foreign and domestic investment, and reap the benefits of openness to FDI and participation in global value chains.

7-July-2020

English

OECD Investment Policy Reviews

These country reports present an overview of investment trends and policies in the countries reviewed. This can include investment policy, investment promotion and facilitation, infrastructure, competition policy, trade policy, tax policy, corporate governance, responsible business conduct, public governance, and human resources.

6-July-2020

English

OECD-India work on corporate governance

This policy dialogue aims to deepen policy discussions between the OECD and key decision-makers in India. The first phase of the programme provides policy options on improving monitoring and prevention of abusive related party transactions. The current phase will focus on corporate governance of company groups.

29-June-2020

English

OECD-CFA Institute Webinar: Brave new boards for a new world: What can gender diversity contribute?

29 June 2020 - Does board diversity contribute to transform companies into more sustainable, valuable and responsible actors—and if it does, how? How can diverse boards ensure that companies can create value and effectively navigate mega trends such as digitalisation, climate change and greater stakeholder demands for purposeful business? This virtual discussion will address these questions.

26-June-2020

English

Anti-Corruption and Integrity Guidelines for State-Owned Enterprises

The Guidelines on Anti-Corruption and Integrity in State-Owned Enterprises are the first international instrument to offer the state, in its role as an enterprise owner, support in fighting corruption and promoting integrity in state-owned enterprises (SOEs).

25-June-2020

English

OECD Responsible Business Conduct Policy Reviews: Peru

The OECD Responsible Business Conduct Policy Review of Peru seeks to foster the role of the Peruvian Government in promoting and enabling responsible business conduct. It examines Peruvian policies in the areas covered by the OECD Guidelines for Multinational Enterprises, as well as in other areas through which the Government can leverage and incentivise responsible business practices.

25-June-2020

Spanish

Estudios de la OCDE sobre Políticas Públicas de Conducta Empresarial Responsable de Perú

Estudios de la OCDE sobre políticas públicas de conducta empresarial responsable busca fomentar el papel del Gobierno de Perú en la promoción de la conducta empresarial responsable (CER) y la creación de condiciones propicias para ésta.

22-June-2020

English

State-Owned Enterprise Reform in the Electricity Sector in Ukraine

This review identifies 19 recommendations as priority areas for reform addressed to Ukraine's role as owner/shareholder, policy maker and regulator in the electricity sector.

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