Estonia’s economy is performing well, but with growth softening and spending pressures mounting, efforts should now focus on improving income equality and well-being, greening growth and accelerating the country’s digital transformation, according to the latest OECD Economic Survey of Estonia.
Read moreIndia is set for a modest recovery, as reforms to simplify taxation, lighten business regulations and upgrade infrastructure bear fruit, the OECD Economic Survey of India says. With investment weak, the report urges further reforms to modernise the economy and generate high-quality jobs, as well as measures to improve public services and welfare.
Read moreOne in four students in OECD countries are unable to complete even the most basic reading tasks and are likely to struggle to find their way through life in an increasingly volatile, digital world. This is one of the findings of the OECD’s latest PISA global education test, which evaluates the quality, equity and efficiency of school systems.
Read moreDonor countries must do more to bring development finance into line with climate goals, raising the share used for climate action and reducing to zero the amount that supports new fossil fuel activities, according to a new OECD report. The report finds that only 20% of development finance includes a focus on climate change.
Read moreGovernments should urgently reform their pension systems to ensure that the growing share of workers in temporary and part-time employment can contribute enough during their working lives to receive an adequate income in retirement, according to a new OECD report.
Read moreClimate change affects lives and livelihoods everywhere. We can and must act now to tackle climate change and make a better world for our children. We have the knowledge, the tools and the financial resources. Now our countries must deliver on commitments. Here are 25 climate actions to get us on track by 2025.
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Read moreBuilding Resilience in Vulnerable Children Conference: Vulnerable children are diverse, but they all experience high levels of adversity that challenge their capacity to develop and to thrive. Helping vulnerable children to build resilience is the focus of this important one-day conference.
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