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Janamitra Devan: The Innovation ImperativeJanamitra Devan: The Innovation Imperative

Janamitra Devan: The Innovation Imperative

Overcoming the Myths and Recognizing the Realities of Innovation, Job Creation and Prosperity By Janamitra Devan Innovation drives competitiveness, and…

12 years ago
UN Security Council Urges Wider Role for Women’s Groups in Peace EffortsUN Security Council Urges Wider Role for Women’s Groups in Peace Efforts

UN Security Council Urges Wider Role for Women’s Groups in Peace Efforts

The Security Council has called on the international community to give women’s civil society organizations a prominent role in the…

12 years ago
IMF | Gulf Cooperation Council: Economic Prospects and Policy Challenges for the GCC CountriesIMF | Gulf Cooperation Council: Economic Prospects and Policy Challenges for the GCC Countries

IMF | Gulf Cooperation Council: Economic Prospects and Policy Challenges for the GCC Countries

Executive Summary The already sluggish global recovery has suffered new setbacks and uncertainty weighs heavily on prospects. The euro area…

12 years ago
Christine Riordan: Leading Rapid ChangeChristine Riordan: Leading Rapid Change

Christine Riordan: Leading Rapid Change

In today’s accelerated business environment, the ability to anticipate and actively lead change on a daily basis is essential for…

12 years ago
Azerbaijan FDIAzerbaijan FDI

Azerbaijan FDI

Azerbaijan is a country with wide range of investment opportunities and is undoubtedly one of the most attractive destinations for…

12 years ago
IFC: Banking On Women – Changing the Face of the Global EconomyIFC: Banking On Women – Changing the Face of the Global Economy

IFC: Banking On Women – Changing the Face of the Global Economy

Women entrepreneurs are changing the face of the global economy, helping to sustain job creation and economic growth. While investors…

12 years ago
World Bank Group’s PREM: Harnessing Trade Opportunities for Growth and DevelopmentWorld Bank Group’s PREM: Harnessing Trade Opportunities for Growth and Development

World Bank Group’s PREM: Harnessing Trade Opportunities for Growth and Development

The pace of global trade integration over the past two decades has been extraordinary. Trade has been a key driver…

12 years ago
European Council’s Van Rompey: Europe Must Overcome Crisis to Defend Democratic ValuesEuropean Council’s Van Rompey: Europe Must Overcome Crisis to Defend Democratic Values

European Council’s Van Rompey: Europe Must Overcome Crisis to Defend Democratic Values

European Council President Herman Van Rompuy’s speech "Europe on the World Stage" recently given in London emphasized the complete change…

12 years ago
BRIC Stocks Now Out of Favour … Later to Be an Incredible Investment OpportunityBRIC Stocks Now Out of Favour … Later to Be an Incredible Investment Opportunity

BRIC Stocks Now Out of Favour … Later to Be an Incredible Investment Opportunity

With BRIC stock valuations currently low and yet with strong long term projected growth a great buying opportunity may materialize…

13 years ago
OECD: Ominous Signs for International InvestmentOECD: Ominous Signs for International Investment

OECD: Ominous Signs for International Investment

By Michael Gestrin, OECD After two years of steady gains, international M&A activity plunged by $107 billion, or 45%, in…

13 years ago