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This report examines both the challenges and the opportunities associated with designing and using indicator systems as a tool for the governance of regional development policy.

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SMEs are suffering under the credit crunch, with banks demanding tougher loan terms while sales weaken and debtors delay payments. How can governments help? A Round Table organised under the auspices of the OECD to discuss possible policy options will take place on 26-27 March in Turin.

Economic Policy Reforms: Going for Growth 2009 - Italy Country Note

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This note presents in Italian key findings related to income inequality and poverty for Italy, with global trends among OECD countries.

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Given that the majority of the world’s population lives in cities accounting for 60 to 80 percent of emissions, cities are key actors in our efforts to achieve long-term sustainable solutions to the global climate change challenge, according to Mr. Gurría.

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Competitive Cities and Climate Change Conference

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