Under a major global transparency initiative, more than 90 jurisdictions around the world have exchanged information on 47 million offshore accounts since 2018, with a total value of some EUR 4.9 trillion. The Automatic Exchange of Information (AEOI) initiative marks the largest exchange of tax information in history.
Read moreLatvia should boost productivity growth to improve living standards, according to the OECD Economic Survey of Latvia, which also urges policies for well-being and reducing regional inequalities. Meanwhile, strong price signals and innovation would help reduce environmental pressures, the OECD Environmental Performance Review of Latvia says.
Read moreOECD and partner countries formally adopted the first set of intergovernmental policy guidelines on Artificial Intelligence (AI) at the organisation’s annual Ministerial Council Meeting today, agreeing to uphold international standards that aim to ensure AI systems are designed to be robust, safe, fair and trustworthy.
Read moreGlobal growth slowed sharply in late 2018 and is now stabilising at a moderate level. Trade conflicts and dangerous financial vulnerabilities threaten a renewed weakening of activity by undermining investment and confidence worldwide, the OECD’s latest Economic Outlook says. It expects the global economy to grow by 3.2% in 2019 and 3.4% in 2020.
Read moreSmall and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) have been a driver of employment growth in recent years, mainly through the creation of new firms, a new OECD report says. However, most SME job creation has been in sectors with below average productivity levels, with SMEs typically paying employees around 20% less than large firms.
Read moreThe OECD is launching the I am the Future of Work campaign. From students to CEOs, everyone is shaping the future of work and their voices should be at the heart of the debate. The campaign highlights what the future of work means for people and the urgency to build a future that works for all. The Future of Work is now. Have your say!
Read moreGovernment leaders and ministers are now meeting at the 2019 Ministerial Council Meeting, chaired by the Slovak Republic, to discuss policy challenges, how to harness the full potential of digitalisation and address its disruptive effects for the benefit of our economies, societies, the environment, and people’s lives.
Read moreAre we ready for the future of work? How can we forge a new societal contract? What must be done to strengthen international co-operation and bolster trust? These were just some of the key issues up for debate at the 20th anniversary OECD Forum 2019, 20-21 May. Relive the event and let's build the future together.
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