Across the world, people’s daily activities centre around clusters of population and economic activity. Settlements – cities, towns and villages – provide jobs and access to services for their own residents and others nearby. The quality of access to those services is key to promoting...

Talent shortages in the tech sector pose significant challenges for firms, workers and governments, hindering productivity, innovation, job satisfaction and economic growth. To address these shortages, this report emphasises the importance of a comprehensive, multi-stakeholder strategy based on...

Given the important role of strategic foresight in policymaking and resilience, the Government of Flanders has been taking steps to improve its capabilities in this area. This report outlines the main findings and recommendations of the OECD assessment of the strategic foresight system of the...

Policies that foster the transition towards a more circular economy are gaining significant traction. Such policies are essential for a sustainable, low-carbon, resource-efficient and competitive economy. These developments bring about demands for reliable information to track progress and gauge...

Inclusive and sustainable economic growth in the six Western Balkan (WB6) economies depends on greater economic competitiveness. Although the gap is closing gradually, the standards of living in WB6 are well below those of the OECD and EU. Accelerating the rate of socio-economic convergence will...

Der hier vorgestellte Vorschlag für eine nationale Finanzbildungsstrategie für Deutschland stützt sich auf die Analysen und vorläufigen Empfehlungen der Studie Finanzbildung in Deutschland: Finanzielle Resilienz und finanzielles Wohlergehen verbessern. Er nennt Maßnahmen, um die...

Under BEPS Action 14, members of the OECD/G20 Inclusive Framework on BEPS have committed to implement a minimum standard to strengthen the effectiveness and efficiency of the mutual agreement procedure (MAP). The MAP is included in Article 25 of the OECD Model Tax Convention and commits...

This study evaluates the Finnish Education Evaluation Centre (FINEEC), focusing on the scope, quality and usefulness of FINEEC’s activities and outputs. Using a variety of methods, including self-assessment, consultations and international workshops, the report identifies nine areas for...

This guide builds on the Reform Management Fundamentals: Setting up a Reform Program reference guide to provide an understanding of recognized good practices to ensure the success of implementing tax administration reform programs. It presents proven management practices for implementing reform...

The global economy relies increasingly on services for economic growth, employment, and innovation. Moreover, services trade plays a crucial role in mitigating some of the biggest challenges of our times, including by strengthening resilience in supply chains, supporting the digital...