Infrastructure investments play a crucial role in global development, but their successful delivery is becoming increasingly complex. Issues such as governance, ownership, and policy responsiveness can impact project outcomes. Without strategic management, projects may face challenges like inadequat

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Preliminary insights from OECD work in Mongolia discuss the impact of green hydrogen production on water, sustainable approaches, and possible ways forward. The Sustainable Infrastructure Programme in Asia supports the transition towards net-zero infrastructure with a focus on enabling policies, pla

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The challenges of Public-Private Partnerships (PPPs) in Chile within the framework of best practices and international standards are discussed, highlighting the need for long-term infrastructure planning and enhanced governance. The 2017 OECD Infrastructure Governance Review identified deficiencies

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Monitoring and evaluation in OECD countries present unique challenges and opportunities, requiring clear mandates, ongoing processes, and robust institutional frameworks. The OECD approach emphasizes fostering quality, ensuring impact, and sharing lessons learned for efficient resource management. I

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The OECD Due Diligence Guidance outlines the importance of establishing strong management systems for responsible sourcing of minerals from conflict-affected and high-risk areas. This involves adopting company policies, engaging with suppliers, implementing grievance mechanisms, and utilizing the 3P

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The OECD Nutrition Policy Marker (NPM) is a voluntary tool to identify donor investments with a nutrition objective. It helps mainstream nutrition in large-scale programs to improve outcomes and accountability. The NPM is applied at the project level to track investments and promote transparency in

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The statistics on homicides and gun-related homicides in the US are derived from death certificates and FBI reports, revealing a concerning trend of violence compared to other OECD countries. Variances in homicide rates by location and demographics are highlighted, with alarming rates in cities like

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The OECD Due Diligence Guidance outlines steps for companies to identify and assess risks in mineral supply chains from conflict-affected and high-risk areas. It explains Conflict-Affected and High-Risk Areas (CAHRAs) and the importance of due diligence in responsible mineral sourcing to avoid finan

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The OECD Guidelines for Multinational Enterprises provide a framework for responsible business conduct, encouraging sustainable practices and minimizing negative impacts. The OECD's work on responsible business conduct focuses on enhancing economic and social well-being globally, emphasizing ethical

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This content provides an in-depth look at Chile's main reservations under the OECD Codes of Liberalization, including its context of accession to OECD Free Trade Agreements and commitments to liberalization in services, investments, and financial services. It covers aspects such as cross-border trad

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Development economics is a branch of economics that focuses on improving the economies of developing countries by targeting factors such as health, education, working conditions, and policies. It involves macroeconomic and microeconomic analysis to enhance domestic and international growth. Differen

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The OECD Expert Group on Disparities in National Accounts focuses on developing methodology to produce distributional results for household income, consumption, and saving. Their work involves adjusting national accounts totals, identifying relevant variables from micro data sources, imputing missin

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The global economic outlook presents a contrast between high-income economies accelerating in growth while developing countries encounter challenges due to headwinds and capacity constraints. Key messages highlight the need for structural reforms to enhance outcomes. Risks include fallout from the s

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Small countries should not fear the monetary and financial policies of larger center countries. This article discusses the potential spillovers of unconventional monetary policies by center countries, such as quantitative easing and negative nominal interest rates. It explores the concept of currenc

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Brenda Killen from the OECD's Aid Quality and Architecture Division discusses the monitoring of the Paris Declaration and Busan commitments. The process involves evidence-based monitoring, surveys, and evaluation across multiple countries to assess progress towards aid effectiveness goals. Key findi

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Developing countries require significant financial support to address climate vulnerabilities, surpassing current commitments from developed nations. A suggested three-party funding mechanism aims to facilitate ongoing funding for climate projects while providing debt relief to vulnerable countries,

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The funding of long-term care services in OECD countries poses significant financial and organizational challenges, with a growing proportion of the elderly population requiring such services. This article delves into the financing mechanisms, the public funding landscape, and potential reform pathw

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This text highlights the participation of Asian countries in agricultural censuses during the World Programme for the Census of Agriculture (WCA) rounds in 2010 and planned for 2020. It provides insights into the countries that conducted agricultural censuses, their respective plans for the upcoming

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The Regional Roundtable held in Port of Spain, Trinidad and Tobago in May 2017 focused on countries' census plans for the World Programme for the Census of Agriculture. The event discussed participation statistics, census rounds, and the status of FAO Caribbean countries in conducting agricultural c

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OECD is focusing on AI in the context of COVID-19, emphasizing the importance of trustworthy AI for societal benefits. The organization has outlined principles for implementing AI in policies, with a goal of fostering an ecosystem that prioritizes human rights, transparency, accountability, and more

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The experience of Lithuania in the OECD accession process involves various objectives like national investment regime improvement, safeguarding measures, and coordination efforts with different ministries. Reservations and challenges in areas such as direct investment, real estate operations, and ba

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This OECD working paper explores the potential impact of blockchain on government operations. Authored by Juho Lindman, Jamie Berryhill, Benjamin Welby, and Mariane Piccinin Barbieri, the report delves into the opportunities and challenges presented by blockchain technology in public governance. Juh

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Mexico faced challenges related to national security concerns and the establishment of branches of financial institutions under the Codes of Liberalisation of Capital Movements (CLCM). The country's entry into the OECD in 1994 marked a significant period of liberalization and reforms, including exte

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This presentation explores the correlation between fathers' uptake of leave and intentions for continued childbearing in South Korea, comparing findings from other countries. It discusses the impact of paid and unpaid work hours, gender role attitudes, and patterns of fathers' leave uptake in differ

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The study discusses the importance and necessity of Digital Switchover (DSO) in SATRC countries, highlighting the transition from analogue to digital TV and radio. It covers the global trends in digital broadcasting standards, the status of DSO in various countries like India, and the need for harmo

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OECD's data collection activities include interrelated work streams focusing on environmental data and indicators, database development, green growth, sectoral statistics, and regional analysis. The organization aims to provide comprehensive information to support policy-making and promote global co

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Discover a fascinating analysis of historical events like the Smoot-Hawley Act of 1930 and current economic trends like the rise of LNG imports in 40 countries. Explore the impact of protectionism on trade, the Norwegian Oil Fund's fossil-free initiatives, and the increasing demand for natural gas u

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The USA faces one of the highest obesity rates globally, with two out of every three Americans considered overweight or obese. Obesity is classified based on BMI, and rates have been on the rise in OECD countries. However, recent data shows a slower pace of increase in some countries. Child obesity

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The OECD's Competition Division works towards promoting fairer development, better education, healthcare, pensions, and employment through its outreach programs and global forums. The Global Forum on Competition engages participants from around the world to discuss topics like fighting corruption, p

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Various tools and approaches are discussed to improve policy making, including foresight, cost-benefit analysis, and regulatory tools. The changing context of policy challenges is highlighted, along with the OECD policy toolkit's modular approach. Strategies like talking to leaders, engaging stakeho

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The Action 7 Report aims to prevent artificial avoidance of Permanent Establishment (PE) status by making changes to the PE definition in the OECD Model Tax Convention. BEPS refers to tax planning strategies exploiting tax rule gaps to shift profits to low-tax locations. The OECD issued 15 action pl

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This content provides information on the scope and implementation of sales tax on services in different countries like Pakistan, India, Australia, Canada, France, Japan, and Malaysia. It highlights the VAT/GST regimes across the globe, the number of countries implementing VAT/GST by region, and coun

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Develop and implement a strategic response to identified risks in accordance with the OECD Due Diligence Guidance for responsible sourcing of minerals. The process involves reporting findings to management, devising a risk management plan, implementing the plan, and assessing ongoing risks. Mitigati

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Aligning trillions of dollars managed by OECD institutional investors towards green infrastructure investments presents a significant opportunity. Currently, only a small percentage of large pension fund assets are directed towards infrastructure, with an even smaller fraction allocated to green pro

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Lithuanian's experience in adhering to the CLCIO, coordinated by Donatas Tamulaitis, focuses on various processes including OECD accession, communication with Member states, management of recommendations, and more. The journey started in 2014 with the initial list of reservations and progressed thro

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An exploration of factors influencing the magnitude of COVID-19 in developing countries, with a focus on any African specificity. The study uses diverse data from various developing countries to investigate the impact of demographic, economic, social service access, environmental, climatic, and heal

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Delve into the world of standards and OECD Test Guidelines with the NanoHarmony Training material. Learn about harmonized test methods, the role of science in guideline development, engagement with OECD committees, and the process of creating OECD Test Guidelines. Explore how stakeholders can contri

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Unveil the top 12 largest countries in the world based on various measures like size, population, and economy. Discover why some large countries are not among the most populous or economically strong. Delve into the relationship between wealth, size, and population in these countries.

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Standardization plays a crucial role in the economic growth of emerging countries by contributing significantly to GDP growth and labor productivity. Case studies from countries like Germany, UK, Canada, and Australia highlight the positive impact of standards on innovation and overall economic perf

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Safflower, scientifically known as Carthamus tinctorius L., is a versatile oilseed crop cultivated in various countries. The plant is characterized by its thistle-like appearance, branching structure, and cross-pollination nature. Safflower is adaptable to different climates, preferring drier areas

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