The OECD has increased its involvement with the Eurasia countries over the last decade, building on a long history of work with them.
The OECD's work there supports sustainable and inclusive growth in the region, promoting structural reforms and capacity building, and facilitating policy dialogue.
The OECD will continue to support reform in the region, while further strengthening its relations with individual countries there.
Investing in the SDGs: An Action Planx Structurally weak economies saw mixed results. Investment in the least developed countries (LDCs) increased, with announced greenfield investments signalling significant growth in basic infrastructure and energy projects. Landlocked developing countries (LLDCs) saw an overall decline in FDI. Relative to the size of their economies, and relative to capital formation, FDI remains an important source of finance there. Inflows to small island developing States (SIDS) declined. Tourism and extractive industries are attracting increasing interest from foreign investors, while manufacturing industries have been negatively affected by erosion of trade preferences. Inflows to developed countries resume growth but have a long way to go. The recovery of FDI inflows in developed countries to $566 billion, and the unchanged outflows, at $857 billion, leave both at half their peak levels in 2007. Europe, traditionally the largest FDI recipient region, is at less than one third of its 2007 inflows and one fourth of its outflows. The United States and the European Union (EU) saw their combined share of global FDI inflows decline from well over 50 per cent pre-crisis to 30 per cent in 2013. FDI to transition economies reached record levels, but prospects are uncertain. FDI inflows to transition economies increased by 28 per cent to reach $108 billion in 2013. Outward FDI from the region jumped by 84 per cent, reaching a record $99 billion. Prospects for FDI to transition economies are likely to be affected by uncertainties related to regional instability. INVESTMENT POLICY TRENDS AND KEY ISSUES Most investment policy measures remain geared towards investment promotion and liberalization. At the same time, the share of regulatory or restrictive investment policies increased, reaching 27 per cent in 2013. Some host countries have sought to prevent divestments by established foreign investors. Some home countries promote reshoring of their TNCs’ overseas investments. Investment incentives mostly focus on economic performance objectives, less on sustainable development. Incentives are widely used by governments as a policy instrument for attracting investment, despite persistent criticism that they are economically inefficient and lead to misallocations of public funds. To address these concerns, investment incentives schemes could be more closely aligned with the SDGs. International investment rule making is characterized by diverging trends: on the one hand, disengagement from the system, partly because of developments in investment arbitration; on the other, intensifying and up-scaling negotiations. Negotiations of “megaregional agreements” are a case in point. Once concluded, these may have systemic implications for the regime of international investment agreements (IIAs). Widespread concerns about the functioning and the impact of the IIA regime are resulting in calls for reform. Four paths are becoming apparent: (i) maint
The OECD has increased its involvement with the Eurasia countries over the last decade, building on a long history of work with them.
The OECD's work there supports sustainable and inclusive growth in the region, promoting structural reforms and capacity building, and facilitating policy dialogue.
The OECD will continue to support reform in the region, while further strengthening its relations with individual countries there.
Investing in the SDGs: An Action Planx Structurally weak economies saw mixed results. Investment in the least developed countries (LDCs) increased, with announced greenfield investments signalling significant growth in basic infrastructure and energy projects. Landlocked developing countries (LLDCs) saw an overall decline in FDI. Relative to the size of their economies, and relative to capital formation, FDI remains an important source of finance there. Inflows to small island developing States (SIDS) declined. Tourism and extractive industries are attracting increasing interest from foreign investors, while manufacturing industries have been negatively affected by erosion of trade preferences. Inflows to developed countries resume growth but have a long way to go. The recovery of FDI inflows in developed countries to $566 billion, and the unchanged outflows, at $857 billion, leave both at half their peak levels in 2007. Europe, traditionally the largest FDI recipient region, is at less than one third of its 2007 inflows and one fourth of its outflows. The United States and the European Union (EU) saw their combined share of global FDI inflows decline from well over 50 per cent pre-crisis to 30 per cent in 2013. FDI to transition economies reached record levels, but prospects are uncertain. FDI inflows to transition economies increased by 28 per cent to reach $108 billion in 2013. Outward FDI from the region jumped by 84 per cent, reaching a record $99 billion. Prospects for FDI to transition economies are likely to be affected by uncertainties related to regional instability. INVESTMENT POLICY TRENDS AND KEY ISSUES Most investment policy measures remain geared towards investment promotion and liberalization. At the same time, the share of regulatory or restrictive investment policies increased, reaching 27 per cent in 2013. Some host countries have sought to prevent divestments by established foreign investors. Some home countries promote reshoring of their TNCs’ overseas investments. Investment incentives mostly focus on economic performance objectives, less on sustainable development. Incentives are widely used by governments as a policy instrument for attracting investment, despite persistent criticism that they are economically inefficient and lead to misallocations of public funds. To address these concerns, investment incentives schemes could be more closely aligned with the SDGs. International investment rule making is characterized by diverging trends: on the one hand, disengagement from the system, partly because of developments in investment arbitration; on the other, intensifying and up-scaling negotiations. Negotiations of “megaregional agreements” are a case in point. Once concluded, these may have systemic implications for the regime of international investment agreements (IIAs). Widespread concerns about the functioning and the impact of the IIA regime are resulting in calls for reform. Four paths are becoming apparent: (i) maint
NIDOS Annual SeminarImplications for Scotland In a post-2015 & post-Referendum Era
What do the Referendum and the new post-2015 Framework mean for us in Scotland?
James Mackie, ECDPM, Maastricht, Netherlands
23 October 2014
The WakaNZ three-day workshop explored what a preferred future might look like in a post-Treaty settlement New Zealand on Thursday, 14 July 2016.
Fiona Ross, Chief Operating Officer at New Zealand Treasury, presented to the 36 participants on Tuesday, 22 November 2017.
TalentNZ Workshop at the NZ Community Boards Conference - 15 and 16 May 2015McGuinness Institute
We recently ran a TalentNZ session at the New Zealand Community Boards Conference in the Bay of Islands (15 and 16 May 2015). The theme of the Conference was ‘Influencing Change’, and it brought together local community board members, mayors, councillors, council staff and other persons who are interested in making a difference in their communities from throughout the country. Our session discussed the role of strategy and why a focus on creating a place where talent wants to live will deliver optimal outcomes for New Zealand. During the session we gave participants five worksheets to further develop their thinking around creating a talent-based economy in their communities. These worksheets are available on our website www.mcguinnessinstitute.org
For more on TalentNZ please see: www.talentnz.org
For more on the McGuinness Institute see: www.mcguinnessinstitute.org
The G20 Foundation is an independent platform formed to help develop a framework for better global governance.
As an intermediary platform, the G20 Foundation positions itself as process enabler and a facilitator between governments, business, and academia within the G20 process.
We add value through encouraging broader public consensus and understanding of the G20 commitments which leads to higher accountability and raises effectiveness of a governance process.
As a non-partisan think tank, we stimulate constructive and effective discussions within “Outreach Dialogue” in order to support the implementation of the G20 commitments on a national level.
Thereby we foster the development of innovative solutions to global challenges, such as economic stability and sustainable growth.
20150726 Building a talent-base economy in New Zealand - World Future Society...McGuinness Institute
TalentNZ presentation 'Building a talent-base economy in New Zealand' at the annual conference of the World Future Society held in San Francisco (25-26 July 2015)
Wendy McGuinness recently spoke on a panel about civics, citizenship and political literacy run by a working group from the New Zealand Political Studies Association.
This presentation was made by Wendy McGuinness, Chief Executive of the Sustainable Future Institute at a Futures Thinking Aotearoa Forum. 26 February 200
The World Investment Report 2012 is dedicated to the new generation of investment policies in 2012. It concerns with the globals investment trends, regional trends in FDI, as well as recent policy developments in the world investment. It also presents UNCTAD's "Investment policy framework for sustainable development", which consists of (i) core Principles for investment policymaking, (ii) guidelines for national investment policies, and (iii) options for the design and use of international investment agreement (IIAs).
This Guide focuses on what Governments can do to fulfill the vision enshrined in the World Programme of Action for Youth (WPAY). It acknowledges a need for a new impetus to be given to the design and implementation of youth policies and programmes. Each section of the book briefly examines the concept of each priority area and how it is experienced by youth. It looks at mechanisms and specific policies that may enhance the political, cultural and socio-economic opportunities for youth. The recommendations and ideas contained in the book are inspired by analyses, case studies, lessons learned and good practices documented by a wide range of sources. While some of the recommendations contained in this Guide may be considered “quick wins”, others can only be implemented effectively with long-term commitment and recognition by Governments.
NIDOS Annual SeminarImplications for Scotland In a post-2015 & post-Referendum Era
What do the Referendum and the new post-2015 Framework mean for us in Scotland?
James Mackie, ECDPM, Maastricht, Netherlands
23 October 2014
The WakaNZ three-day workshop explored what a preferred future might look like in a post-Treaty settlement New Zealand on Thursday, 14 July 2016.
Fiona Ross, Chief Operating Officer at New Zealand Treasury, presented to the 36 participants on Tuesday, 22 November 2017.
TalentNZ Workshop at the NZ Community Boards Conference - 15 and 16 May 2015McGuinness Institute
We recently ran a TalentNZ session at the New Zealand Community Boards Conference in the Bay of Islands (15 and 16 May 2015). The theme of the Conference was ‘Influencing Change’, and it brought together local community board members, mayors, councillors, council staff and other persons who are interested in making a difference in their communities from throughout the country. Our session discussed the role of strategy and why a focus on creating a place where talent wants to live will deliver optimal outcomes for New Zealand. During the session we gave participants five worksheets to further develop their thinking around creating a talent-based economy in their communities. These worksheets are available on our website www.mcguinnessinstitute.org
For more on TalentNZ please see: www.talentnz.org
For more on the McGuinness Institute see: www.mcguinnessinstitute.org
The G20 Foundation is an independent platform formed to help develop a framework for better global governance.
As an intermediary platform, the G20 Foundation positions itself as process enabler and a facilitator between governments, business, and academia within the G20 process.
We add value through encouraging broader public consensus and understanding of the G20 commitments which leads to higher accountability and raises effectiveness of a governance process.
As a non-partisan think tank, we stimulate constructive and effective discussions within “Outreach Dialogue” in order to support the implementation of the G20 commitments on a national level.
Thereby we foster the development of innovative solutions to global challenges, such as economic stability and sustainable growth.
20150726 Building a talent-base economy in New Zealand - World Future Society...McGuinness Institute
TalentNZ presentation 'Building a talent-base economy in New Zealand' at the annual conference of the World Future Society held in San Francisco (25-26 July 2015)
Wendy McGuinness recently spoke on a panel about civics, citizenship and political literacy run by a working group from the New Zealand Political Studies Association.
This presentation was made by Wendy McGuinness, Chief Executive of the Sustainable Future Institute at a Futures Thinking Aotearoa Forum. 26 February 200
The World Investment Report 2012 is dedicated to the new generation of investment policies in 2012. It concerns with the globals investment trends, regional trends in FDI, as well as recent policy developments in the world investment. It also presents UNCTAD's "Investment policy framework for sustainable development", which consists of (i) core Principles for investment policymaking, (ii) guidelines for national investment policies, and (iii) options for the design and use of international investment agreement (IIAs).
This Guide focuses on what Governments can do to fulfill the vision enshrined in the World Programme of Action for Youth (WPAY). It acknowledges a need for a new impetus to be given to the design and implementation of youth policies and programmes. Each section of the book briefly examines the concept of each priority area and how it is experienced by youth. It looks at mechanisms and specific policies that may enhance the political, cultural and socio-economic opportunities for youth. The recommendations and ideas contained in the book are inspired by analyses, case studies, lessons learned and good practices documented by a wide range of sources. While some of the recommendations contained in this Guide may be considered “quick wins”, others can only be implemented effectively with long-term commitment and recognition by Governments.
Creating a Global Partnership for Effective Development Cooperation 2 Introduction On December 1, 2011, the final day of the Fourth High Level Forum on Aid Effectiveness (HLF4) in Busan, Korea, 160 nations, civil society and the private sector endorsed an 11-page statement calling for the creation of a “global partnership for effective development cooperation.”3 In addition, a series of “building blocks” related to specific development issues were agreed by coalitions of governments, civil society, parliamentarians, local officials and the private sector.4 What did it all mean? One pundit wrote: “It will take weeks, months and ultimately years before the impact of…the Busan forum on aid effectiveness will be known…” It may well take years to determine the full impact of the Busan forum, but few doubt that it represented an important turning point in the history of development cooperation. While important implementation issues remain, it seems clear now that the relationships among the many stakeholders—donors, developing countries, South-South cooperation providers , civil society and the private sector—will change dramatically in ways that are not completely predictable. Busan also definitively shifted the discussion from “aid” to “development,” a shift that has the potential to engage policymaking institutions that had previously considered development issues to be marginal. Perhaps most importantly, the Busan forum created a new model for international development summits, informed by evidence, deep engagement of non-governmental actors and the participation of some of the world’s leading personalities. While three previous DAC-sponsored forums on aid effectiveness5 had built a strong constituency, the global financial crisis of 2008-2012 transformed the debate. In this difficult period characterized by credit freezes, slowdowns in foreign direct investment and rising food prices, growing concerns for climate change, food shortages and security charged the atmosphere.
This Kit focuses on development and indigenous peoples, with emphasis on their full and effective participation in all development processes and the need for a genuine partnership in and ownership with them of these processes. More specifically, it is designed to provide UNCTs (United Nations Country Teams) with guidance as to how to engage indigenous peoples and include their perspectives in development processes, including monitoring and reporting processes related to the CCA/UNDAF, Poverty Reduction Strategy Papers (PRSP), UNDP’s Human Development Reports and Millennium Development Goals (MDGs).
Background The Resource Kit should be seen as one of many contributions to the wide-ranging reform programme initiated in 1997 by Secretary-General Kofi Annan and aimed at making the United Nations a more effective institution in terms of facing the challenges of the twenty-first century. This reform programme, which included the UN system’s development agenda in general and the MDG and PRSP processes in particular, stressed the need to strengthen the inter-linkages between peace and security, poverty reduction and sustainable human development and promotion of and respect for human rights. In response to the Secretary- General’s call to articulate a coherent vision and strategy for united approaches towards internationally agreed development goals and the Millennium Development Goals at the national level, the United Nations Development Group (UNDG) was formed in 1997 and the CCA (Country Common Assessment) and UNDAF (United Nations Development Assistance Framework) framework was adopted as a strategy planning tool for the UN system.
Together, these initiatives were designed to enhance the United Nations’ collective analysis and programming in sup-port of national goals and priorities in various development processes. At the same time, a growing awareness and recognition among Governments, the UN system and other development actors of the importance of engaging indigenous peoples in a human rights–based approach to development led to a resolution by the Economic and Social Council in 2000 to establish the United Nations Permanent Forum on Indigenous Issues (UNPFII).4
The mandate of the UNPFII includes, inter alia, “discuss[ing] indigenous issues within the ECOSOC’s mandate, including economic and social development, culture, environment, education, health and human rights; [and providing] expert advice and recommendations to the Council and to programmes, funds and agencies of the UN”. In 2002, an inter-agency mechanism the IASG (Inter-Agency Support Group)5 was established to support and promote the mandate of the UN Permanent Forum on Indigenous Issues within the United Nations system. 4 ECOSOC resolution 2000/22 on the establishment of a Permanent Forum on Indigenous Issues. 5 The IASG is composed of 32 UN entities and other institutions including the Inter- American Development Bank, the European Commission, the
HLEG thematic workshop on Measurement of Well Being and Development in Africa...StatsCommunications
HLEG thematic workshop on Measurement of Well Being and Development in Africa, 12-14 November 2015, Durban, South Africa, More information at: www.oecd.org/statistics/measuring-economic-social-progress
Towards policy coherence for inclusive and sustainable developmentPCDACCOUNT
Ebba Dohlman, OECD, discusses policy coherence for inclusive and sustainable development in a post-2015 context at a workshop organised by the European Commission on 12 June 2014.
The OECD is proud to have India as a Key Partner. This brochure provides a glimpse of the scope, depth and detail of our joint work.
Our partnership with India encompasses a wide range of policy areas to advance sustainable development and well-being, including labour market development, gender equality, tax reform, corporate governance and the fight against corruption.
The #G20YEA Summit in Sydney final communique signed by the Presidents of the 20 Young Entrepreneurs organizations together with the national action plans for employment. The G20 Young Entrepreneurs Alliance Summit took place in Sydney, Australia, from the 18th to the 22nd of July, 2014. The Young Entrepreneurs of the European Union are represented by YES for Europe.
Published by the Division for Social Policy and Development (DSPD) of UN DESA, the report places special focus on policy and disadvantaged social groups, in addition to examining the consequences of high inequality. “Much can be learnt from those countries that managed to reduce inequality even under an uncertain and volatile global environment,” said Mr. Wu Hongbo, UN DESA’s Under–Secretary-General. “The international community can play a role in providing support to policies that help reduce inequality.”
A unique contribution of the report is that it brings special attention to the disparities that are experienced by five specific social and population groups – youth, indigenous peoples, older persons, persons with disabilities and migrants – and also illustrates how such disparities intersect with and reinforce one another.
The report illustrates that growing inequalities can be brought to a stop by integrated policies that are universal in principle while paying particular attention to the needs of disadvantaged and marginalized populations. It reminds world leaders that, in addressing inequalities, policy matters.
For more information:
http://undesadspd.org/ReportontheWorldSocialSituation/2013.aspx
The World Investment Report (WIR) 2012 is dedicated to the development of a new generation of investment policies, which place inclusive growth and sustainable development at the heart of efforts to attract and benefit from investment. In addition to surveying global investment trends, regional trends in FDI and recent policy developmentsthe WIR presents UNCTAD's "Investment policy framework for sustainable development", and outlines its core principles for investment policymaking, guidelines for national investment policies, and options for the design and use of international investment agreements (IIAs).
The Inclusive Growth and Development Report 2015 (September 2015)
Amid increasing concerns about rising income inequality and its negative economic and social impact, the World Economic Forum, the international institution for public-private cooperation, today publishes a new contribution to the discussion. Around the world, no bigger policy challenge preoccupies political leaders than expanding social participation in the process and benefits of economic growth. Read More
Similar to SG OECD Annual Report to Ministers 2014 (20)
Jennifer Schaus and Associates hosts a complimentary webinar series on The FAR in 2024. Join the webinars on Wednesdays and Fridays at noon, eastern.
Recordings are on YouTube and the company website.
https://www.youtube.com/@jenniferschaus/videos
Jennifer Schaus and Associates hosts a complimentary webinar series on The FAR in 2024. Join the webinars on Wednesdays and Fridays at noon, eastern.
Recordings are on YouTube and the company website.
https://www.youtube.com/@jenniferschaus/videos
Russian anarchist and anti-war movement in the third year of full-scale warAntti Rautiainen
Anarchist group ANA Regensburg hosted my online-presentation on 16th of May 2024, in which I discussed tactics of anti-war activism in Russia, and reasons why the anti-war movement has not been able to make an impact to change the course of events yet. Cases of anarchists repressed for anti-war activities are presented, as well as strategies of support for political prisoners, and modest successes in supporting their struggles.
Thumbnail picture is by MediaZona, you may read their report on anti-war arson attacks in Russia here: https://en.zona.media/article/2022/10/13/burn-map
Links:
Autonomous Action
http://Avtonom.org
Anarchist Black Cross Moscow
http://Avtonom.org/abc
Solidarity Zone
https://t.me/solidarity_zone
Memorial
https://memopzk.org/, https://t.me/pzk_memorial
OVD-Info
https://en.ovdinfo.org/antiwar-ovd-info-guide
RosUznik
https://rosuznik.org/
Uznik Online
http://uznikonline.tilda.ws/
Russian Reader
https://therussianreader.com/
ABC Irkutsk
https://abc38.noblogs.org/
Send mail to prisoners from abroad:
http://Prisonmail.online
YouTube: https://youtu.be/c5nSOdU48O8
Spotify: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/libertarianlifecoach/episodes/Russian-anarchist-and-anti-war-movement-in-the-third-year-of-full-scale-war-e2k8ai4
What is the point of small housing associations.pptxPaul Smith
Given the small scale of housing associations and their relative high cost per home what is the point of them and how do we justify their continued existance
A process server is a authorized person for delivering legal documents, such as summons, complaints, subpoenas, and other court papers, to peoples involved in legal proceedings.
ZGB - The Role of Generative AI in Government transformation.pdfSaeed Al Dhaheri
This keynote was presented during the the 7th edition of the UAE Hackathon 2024. It highlights the role of AI and Generative AI in addressing government transformation to achieve zero government bureaucracy
Presentation by Jared Jageler, David Adler, Noelia Duchovny, and Evan Herrnstadt, analysts in CBO’s Microeconomic Studies and Health Analysis Divisions, at the Association of Environmental and Resource Economists Summer Conference.
This session provides a comprehensive overview of the latest updates to the Uniform Administrative Requirements, Cost Principles, and Audit Requirements for Federal Awards (commonly known as the Uniform Guidance) outlined in the 2 CFR 200.
With a focus on the 2024 revisions issued by the Office of Management and Budget (OMB), participants will gain insight into the key changes affecting federal grant recipients. The session will delve into critical regulatory updates, providing attendees with the knowledge and tools necessary to navigate and comply with the evolving landscape of federal grant management.
Learning Objectives:
- Understand the rationale behind the 2024 updates to the Uniform Guidance outlined in 2 CFR 200, and their implications for federal grant recipients.
- Identify the key changes and revisions introduced by the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) in the 2024 edition of 2 CFR 200.
- Gain proficiency in applying the updated regulations to ensure compliance with federal grant requirements and avoid potential audit findings.
- Develop strategies for effectively implementing the new guidelines within the grant management processes of their respective organizations, fostering efficiency and accountability in federal grant administration.
4. Table of Contents
Overview
The OECD at a glance 4
Secretary‑General’s Strategic Orientations 6
Secretary‑General’s Activity in 2013 31
Secretary-General’s Cabinet 36
2013 Ministerial Council Statement 38
Ministerial Council Meeting 2013
Chair’s summary 41
Organisation chart 50
Key activities
OECD horizontal projects and themes 54
New Approaches to Economic
Challenges (NAEC) 55
Inclusive Growth 56
The Strategy on Development 57
The Knowledge-based Capital Project 58
The Green Growth Strategy 59
The Innovation Strategy 60
The Skills Strategy 61
The Gender Initiative 62
The OECD Better Life Initiative 63
Directorates
Office of the Secretary-General 66
Sherpa Office 69
Development Co-operation Directorate 72
Economics Department 74
Directorate for Education and Skills 76
Directorate for Employment,
Labour and Social Affairs 78
Centre for Entrepreneurship, SMEs
and Local Development 80
Environment Directorate 82
Directorate for Financial
and Enterprise Affairs 84
Directorate for Public Governance
and Territorial Development 86
Directorate for Science, Technology
and Industry 88
Statistics Directorate 90
Centre for Tax Policy
and Administration 92
Trade and Agriculture Directorate 94
Public Affairs and Communications 96
Global Relations Secretariat 98
Internal Audit and Evaluation 100
Directorate for Legal Affairs 101
Council and Executive Committee
Secretariat 102
Executive Directorate 103
Budget and Finance 104
oecd special bodies
and other special entities
Development Centre 108
International Energy Agency 109
Nuclear Energy Agency 110
Africa Partnership Forum 112
Financial Action Task Force 113
International Transport Forum 114
Multilateral Organisation Performance
Assessment Network 115
Sahel and West Africa Club 116
Business and Industry Advisory
Committee 117
Trade Union Advisory Committee 117