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Experts invited to discuss migration challenges in Latin America

15-May-2009

On 18-19 May, experts from Latin American and OECD countries met in Paris to discuss how the international crisis is affecting migration and remittances, and its various implications for development in the region. Conclusions and recommendations will feed into the forthcoming Latin American Economic Outlook 2010, to be published in late November of this year.

Challenges ahead for public debt management in Latin America

17-Apr-2009

Public debt levels are still high in Latin America, although considerable progress has been made during the last decade. Today, both the public and private bond markets face important challenges as a result of foreign exchange volatility, reduced liquidity and forthcoming elections. Development Centre Economist Sebastian Nieto presented these issues in Montevideo, at the Annual Meeting of Debt Management Specialists organised by the IADB and the Uruguayan Ministry of Finance.

Fiscal policy takes central stage at WEF in Rio

14-Apr-2009

A press conference presenting the Development Centre’s work on fiscal policy in Latin America took place on 15 April at the World Economic Forum regional meeting in Rio de Janeiro. OECD Development Centre Director, Javier Santiso, explained which reforms can help boost growth while combating inequality. He was accompanied by Joaquim Levy, Secretary of Finance of the State of Rio de Janeiro, and by Arminio Fraga, former Governor of Brazil's Central Bank.

OECD work on Latin American Fiscal Policy discussed in Washington

25-Mar-2009

OECD Development Centre Director Javier Santiso made several presentations of the Latin American Economic Outlook 2009 in Washington DC, including at the U.S Department of State and the U.S. Congress. Santiso brought attention to the need to strenghten regional efforts to reform fiscal policy with a view to boosting development and well-being. Public presentations were also held at the Inter-American Dialogue and the Organisation of American States.

Chinese translations of Development Centre's reports presented in Beijing

12-Mar-2009

OECD Deputy Secretary General Thelma Askey participated on March 2 at the Beijing International Forum on Latin America and the Caribbean 2008-2009, organised by the Institute for Latin American Studies and attended by high-level officials from the Chinese Government. The Chinese version of the Latin American Economic Outlook 2009  was presented at this important policymaking seminar, together with other publications on Latin America by the Development Centre.

Is fiscal policy back?

09-Mar-2009

The economic crisis has hit the entire world economy, with governments stepping in to rescue financial systems and kick-start economic growth. This adds up to a triumph for government fiscal policy, though fiscal policy must be used audaciously, not least in Latin America.

Colombian Foreign Minister praises Development Centre's work on Latin America

05-Mar-2009

At the presentation of the Latin American Economic Outlook 2009 in Bogota, Colombian Minister of Foreign Affairs Jaime Bermúdez praised the report for having a "priceless value for development in the region". With more than 300 people in attendance, Minister Bermúdez also highlighted the importance of Colombia's recent accession to the OECD Development Centre, in July 2008.

Paris Forum to address Latin America's key economic challenges

22-Dec-2008

As the global financial crisis hits Latin American and Caribbean economies, leading policymakers and business leaders will gather in Paris on 26 January to discuss the region's economic outlook, the impact of fiscal policy on development and the role the private sector can play in fostering progress in the continent. Register now!

Presentation of the Latin American Economic Outlook 2009 in Chile

01-Dec-2008

The Latin American Economic Outlook 2009 was presented in Santiago de Chile on 28 November 2008. Two presentations of the report took place at the Chilean capital. The first one hosted by the Ministry of Finance and the second by the Universidad Católica de Chile.

Presentation of the Latin American Economic Outlook 2009 in Madrid

27-Nov-2008

The director of the OECD Development Centre, Javier Santiso presented the Latin American Economic Outlook 2009  in Madrid on 18 November 2008, at a seminar hosted by Casa de América. This is the second year that the Spanish presentation of the report takes place in this well-known Madrid venue.

 

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