Transparency, trust and growth

A return to growth is essential to leave the crisis behind. But the path to growth will be difficult for governments if they do not rebuild trust with their citizens.

Risk Management: Illicit Trade and the Illegal Economy

OECD Workshop on assessing the harms posed by illicit trade and the illegal economy for global supply chain integrity, economic growth, and market security.

How respecting rules can lead to a better life

Individual freedom can only exist within the social context in which people live, and among the ways in which it is possible to exercise this freedom, that of respecting democratic rules deserves a special place.

The role of the Centres of Governments in meeting today’s economic challenges

Secretary-General Angel Gurría welcomes a network of senior officials attending the 31st Centres of Government (COG) meeting held in London. Highlights include the importance of institutions in economic reform through improved co-ordination, outreach and transparency.

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• Visit of the OECD Secretary-General to the United Kingdom (London, 22nd - 23rd October 2012)

OECD to peer review Chile's supreme audit institution

OECD signed agreement for a peer review with the Comptroller General of Chile

Ensuring Transparency and Integrity in Lobbying

On 8 June 2012 an International Seminar on « Ensuring Transparency and Integrity in Lobbying : Towards a Regulatory Framework » will take place in Moscow, Russia.

Reaping the Benefits of ICTs in Spain

Greater use of Information Communication Technologies (ICTs) can help Spain unlock governmental efficiencies and help prepare the country for future economic growth, according to a new study from the OECD.

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• Cosechando los beneficios de las TIC en España
• Plan Avanza: Information Society Strategy for Spain

OECD Recommendation on Principles for Public Governance of Public-Private Partnerships

The new OECD Recommendation on Principles for Public Governance of Public-Private Partnerships can help governments get PPPs right, by providing best practices based on Member country experiences with what works (and what does not).

Symposium on New Science-Based Tools for Anticipating and Responding to Global Crises (Paris, 18 April 2012)

This event explored the prospects of providing innovative, actionable information and advice to policymakers and other stakeholders, based on the results of contemporary research on complex dynamic systems.

Openness and Transparency - Pillars for Democracy, Trust and Progress

Openness is one of the key values that guide the OECD vision for a stronger, cleaner, fairer world. This is why the OECD welcomes the launch of the Open Government Partnership today and the efforts led by Presidents Obama and Rousseff to promote government transparency, fight corruption, empower citizens and maximise the potential of new technologies to strengthen accountability and foster participation in public affairs.