The Export Performance of Countries within Global Value Chains (OECD Science, Technology and Industry Working Paper 2012/2)

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Global Science Forum Brochure 2012

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This guide comprises eight key points for planning public engagement activities. It contains a set of questions to help policy makers develop a plan from start to finish, as well as practical case studies from countries that have used the guide in their communication activities.

Promoting Technological Innovation for New Sources of Growth

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