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Public consultation on the draft Chinese Due Diligence Guidelines for Responsible Mineral Supply Chains

This public consultation is being held to gather comments on the draft Chinese Due Diligence Guidelines for Responsible Mineral Supply Chains. They are intended to align Chinese company due diligence with international standards and allow for mutual recognition with existing international initiatives and legislations.




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South Africa Exports to Ships/aircraft Stores

Exports to Ships/aircraft Stores CMLV in South Africa increased to 2709.92 ZAR Million in March from 1974.50 ZAR Million in February of 2020. Exports to Ships/aircraft Stores CMLV in South Africa averaged 3396.87 ZAR Million from 2014 until 2020, reaching an all time high of 9272.36 ZAR Million in December of 2015 and a record low of 279.65 ZAR Million in January of 2016. South Africa accounts for Exports to Ships/aircraft Stores using cumulative values for each year (CMLV). This page includes a chart with historical data for South Africa Exports to Ships/aircraft Stores.




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Statement to the German Bundestag's Finance Committee Hearing on the Draft Bank-Separation Law

This statement by Adrian Blundell-Wignall and Paul Atkinson was presented to the German Bundestag's Finance Committee Hearing on the Draft Bank-Separation Law (Drucksache 17/12601) on 22 April 2013.




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The Global Forces Shaping Finance - Keynote address by Greg Medcraft

29 June 2018 - This keynote address focuses on the three main forces driving change in the financial sector: the growing importance of trust; the accelerating digitalisation of the economy; and the unprecedented interconnectedness of global markets. This keynote address was made by Greg Medcraft, OECD Director of Financial and Enterprise Affairs, at the Annual Conference of the Cambridge Centre for Alternative Finance.




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OECD forecasts during and after the financial crisis: a post mortem

This note discusses OECD forecast performance over the period 2007 12. It focuses on the lessons that can be learned from cross-country differences in growth forecast errors and the changes to forecasting models and procedures that have been prompted by the experience of the crisis.




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Investment gaps after the crisis

The downturn in fixed investment among advanced economies from the onset of the global crisis was unusually severe, widespread and long-lasting relative to comparable episodes in the past. As a result, investment gaps are large in many countries, not only in relation to past norms but also relative to projected future steady-state levels, with a gap of 2 percentage points of GDP or more in several countries.




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Building Resilient Regions after a Natural Disaster

This publication is the follow-up to the forum held in March 2012. It offers proposals to counter the effects of the earthquake shock, to secure the sustainability of the local economy.




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Public consultation: Draft principles on the governance of critical risks

The OECD has launched a public consultation on its draft principles on the governance of critical risks.




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The policy maker’s guide to graft - OECD Insights Blog

Blog written for the OECD Integrity Forum 2015 on “Curbing Corruption – Investing in Growth”. The Forum will expose corruption in its myriad forms, in both the public and private sectors, as part of the OECD CleanGovBiz initiative, supporting governments, business and civil society to build integrity and fight corruption.




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Public consultation on the draft OECD Best Practice Principles on Stakeholder Engagement in Regulatory Policy

Comments on the draft OECD Best Practice Principles on Stakeholder Engagement in Regulatory Policy are to be sent to regstakeholders@oecd.org by 15 March 2017.




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Draft OECD Recommendation of the Council on Open Government: Online public consultation

The OECD is now developing a new Recommendation on Open Government, which aims to help the countries that will adhere to it design and implement successful open government reforms by identifying a clear, actionable, evidence-based, and common framework for the governance of open government* .




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Statement by the National Contact Points for the OECD Guidelines for Multinational Enterprises - One Year After Rana Plaza

This statement was adopted by National Contact Points on 25 June 2014 during their 15th Meeting.




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Public consultation on the draft Chinese Due Diligence Guidelines for Responsible Mineral Supply Chains

This public consultation is being held to gather comments on the draft Chinese Due Diligence Guidelines for Responsible Mineral Supply Chains. They are intended to align Chinese company due diligence with international standards and allow for mutual recognition with existing international initiatives and legislations.




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South Africa Prime Overdraft Rate

Bank Lending Rate in South Africa remained unchanged at 7.75 percent in April from 7.75 percent in April of 2020. Bank Lending Rate in South Africa averaged 12.24 percent from 1957 until 2020, reaching an all time high of 25.50 percent in August of 1998 and a record low of 5.50 percent in December of 1962. In South Africa, the bank lending rate refers to commercial banks prime overdraft rate. It is a benchmark rate priced at 3.5 basis points above the repurchase rate and it is used by banks to price the lending rates offered to clients at either above or below the benchmark rate. This page provides - South Africa Prime Overdraft Rate - actual values, historical data, forecast, chart, statistics, economic calendar and news.




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India Exports of Handicrafts Excl. Hand-made Carpets

Exports of Handicrafts Excl. Hand-made Carpets in India decreased to 9.17 INR Billion in March from 11.31 INR Billion in February of 2020. Exports of Handicrafts Excl. Hand-made Carpets in India averaged 3.17 INR Billion from 1991 until 2020, reaching an all time high of 17 INR Billion in June of 2016 and a record low of 0.27 INR Billion in May of 1991. This page includes a chart with historical data for India Exports of Handicrafts Excl. Hand-made Carpets.




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Switzerland Exports of Handicraft Machine Tools

Exports of Handicraft Machine Tools in Switzerland increased to 15.48 CHF Million in March from 14.24 CHF Million in February of 2020. Exports of Handicraft Machine Tools in Switzerland averaged 61.60 CHF Million from 1988 until 2020, reaching an all time high of 117.51 CHF Million in September of 1999 and a record low of 13.58 CHF Million in August of 2016. This page includes a chart with historical data for Switzerland Exports of Handicraft Machine Tools.




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Switzerland Imports of Handicraft Machine Tools

Imports of Handicraft Machine Tools in Switzerland increased to 107.56 CHF Million in March from 98.37 CHF Million in February of 2020. Imports of Handicraft Machine Tools in Switzerland averaged 108.37 CHF Million from 2014 until 2020, reaching an all time high of 127.04 CHF Million in October of 2018 and a record low of 86.10 CHF Million in December of 2015. This page includes a chart with historical data for Switzerland Imports of Handicraft Machine Tools.




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Australia Imports of Civil Aircraft

Imports of - Civil Aircraft in Australia decreased to 208 AUD Million in March from 444 AUD Million in February of 2020. Imports of - Civil Aircraft in Australia averaged 205.41 AUD Million from 1981 until 2020, reaching an all time high of 1234 AUD Million in December of 2002 and a record low of 0 AUD Million in September of 1982. This page includes a chart with historical data for Australia Imports of - Civil Aircraft.




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Mexico Imports - Transmission Shafts & Cranks, Bearing Housings, Etc.

Imports - Transmission Shafts & Cranks, Bearing Housings, Etc. in Mexico increased to 277592 USD THO in March from 264992 USD THO in February of 2020. Imports - Transmission Shafts & Cranks, Bearing Ho in Mexico averaged 265087.35 USD THO from 2014 until 2020, reaching an all time high of 370414 USD THO in October of 2017 and a record low of 217205 USD THO in January of 2016. This page includes a chart with historical data for Mexico Imports of Transmission Shafts & Cranks, Bearing.




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China Imports of Aircraft

Imports of Aircraft in China decreased to 75600 USD THO in April from 109500 USD THO in March of 2020. Imports of Aircraft in China averaged 1417971.09 USD THO from 2006 until 2020, reaching an all time high of 3775500 USD THO in December of 2018 and a record low of 75600 USD THO in April of 2020. This page includes a chart with historical data for China Imports of Aircraft.




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Italy Imports of Aircraft & Spacecraft

Imports of Aircraft & Spacecraft in Italy decreased to 261.56 EUR Million in January from 331.94 EUR Million in December of 2019. Imports of Aircraft & Spacecraft in Italy averaged 218.48 EUR Million from 1991 until 2020, reaching an all time high of 728.10 EUR Million in March of 2001 and a record low of 56.60 EUR Million in January of 1994. This page includes a chart with historical data for Italy Imports of Aircraft & Spacecraft.




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United States Imports - Parts For Civilian Aircraft (Census Basis)

Imports - Parts For Civilian Aircraft (Census Basis) in the United States decreased to 1357.29 USD Million in March from 1525.99 USD Million in February of 2020. Imports - Parts For Civilian Aircraft (Census Basi in the United States averaged 701.28 USD Million from 1989 until 2020, reaching an all time high of 1965.68 USD Million in January of 2019 and a record low of 167.03 USD Million in November of 1993. This page includes a chart with historical data for the United States Imports of Parts For Civilian Aircraft.




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United States Imports - Transportation Eqp. & Spacecraft (Census Basis)

Imports - Transportation Eqp. & Spacecraft (Census Basis) in the United States decreased to 4816.33 USD Million in March from 4877.01 USD Million in February of 2020. Imports - Transportation Eqp. & Spacecraft (Census in the United States averaged 2681.65 USD Million from 1989 until 2020, reaching an all time high of 6422.95 USD Million in February of 2019 and a record low of 658.90 USD Million in January of 1989. This page includes a chart with historical data for the United States Imports of Transportation Eqp. & Spacecraft.




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United States Imports - Spacecraft, Engines & Parts Exc.Military (Census)

Imports - Spacecraft, Engines & Parts Exc.Military (Census) in the United States increased to 6.35 USD Million in March from 5.87 USD Million in February of 2020. Imports - Spacecraft, Engines & Parts Exc.Military in the United States averaged 8.63 USD Million from 1989 until 2020, reaching an all time high of 115.58 USD Million in December of 2017 and a record low of 0.04 USD Million in January of 1995. This page includes a chart with historical data for the United States Imports of Spacecraft, Engines & Parts Exc.milita.




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United States Imports - Spacecraft, Engines & Parts (Census Basis)

Imports - Spacecraft, Engines & Parts (Census Basis) in the United States increased to 6.35 USD Million in March from 5.87 USD Million in February of 2020. Imports - Spacecraft, Engines & Parts (Census Basi in the United States averaged 8.63 USD Million from 1989 until 2020, reaching an all time high of 115.58 USD Million in December of 2017 and a record low of 0.04 USD Million in January of 1995. This page includes a chart with historical data for the United States Imports of Spacecraft, Engines & Parts.




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UK road traffic climbs again after lockdown slump, says AA

Breakdown group reports roadside call-outs back to 90% of expected levels as motorists venture out




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Sheffield shows that there is life after steel

But can smaller industrial towns like Scunthorpe follow its example?




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Iberdrola chief praises Bolsonaro after Neoenergia IPO

Ignacio Galán says energy distributor’s listing highlights president’s market-friendly policies




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Saudi Aramco stretches away as top IPO after extra sale

Goldman exercises option to sell more stock, bringing total proceeds to $29bn




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Saudi Arabia launches oil price war after Russia deal collapse

Kingdom to raise crude production and offer deep discounts just as coronavirus hits demand




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New British Film Institute boss Ben Roberts on streaming and cinemas after lockdown

In an exclusive first interview, the CEO talks about his love of scary movies, video games and why the BFI should be like ‘a nerdy friend’




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South Africa graft inquiry exposes ANC divisions

The judicial inquiry into alleged graft under the presidency of Jacob Zuma is laying bare the divisions of the ruling ANC. Gideon Rachman discusses Mr Zuma's testimony with Joseph Cotterill in Johannesburg and David Pilling, Africa editor.

 

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Virgin Media to dominate market connecting 5G after contract win

Cable company added Three as a new customer for so-called ‘backhaul’ network




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BC Camplight: Shortly After Takeoff

Brian Christinzio’s vocals have the singsong flow of Brian Wilson




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UK suspends rail franchise system after passenger numbers slide

Move will last for at least six months as coronavirus disruption takes toll




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Greggs halts plan to reopen stores after fears of crowds

Bakery chain’s proposed trial of 20 shops thwarted by social media response




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Poaching fears rise after coronavirus empties Kenya’s national parks

Tourism in east Africa’s renowned wildlife reserves has collapsed amid the global shutdown




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Premier League leads UK sport’s return to action after shutdown

Safety and commercial concerns remain but football, rugby and cricket begin talks to resume play in pandemic




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US meat inspectors given new role looking after people

Agency overseeing slaughterhouse reopenings has previously said worker safety is not its job




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Quiet, please: Peter Aspden on Kraftwerk and crucifixions

The German band’s shows at Tate Modern were wildly oversubscribed. But hot tickets and artistic pleasure don’t necessarily go hand in hand, says the FT’s arts writer  


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History's second draft: Peter Aspden on theatre and the news

Where there is a public clamour for explanation, writers and artists should be unafraid to step in, says the FT's arts writer  


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After the spring: Peter Aspden on the Shubbak Festival

Visa problems and nervousness on the part of potential sponsors have made life hard for London’s festival of contemporary Arab culture. But as the Arab Spring gives way to harsher realities, such forums are needed more than ever, says the FT’s arts writer  


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Pensions advice, new overdraft rules and Latin terms in the investment world

Have you been mis-sold pensions advice? FT Money Show presenter Claer Barrett talks to the FT's pensions expert Josephine Cumbo about the suitability of financial advice in relation to retirement planning. Next up on the show we discuss how the new bank overdraft rules could affect you. And finally, does your financial adviser speak your language? FT columnist Moira O'Neill has spoken out against the widespread use of Latin terms in the investment world - should it be allowed to continue ad infinitum?   

 

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Emerging economies call for more financial help after G20 deal

Middle-income countries plead for assistance as investors face pressure to negotiate




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England face Ashes test after World Cup glory

Amity between old adversaries almost certain to crumble once first ball is bowled




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IMF to revise Argentina bailout after drop in peso

President Macri asks for early disbursement of funds as refinancing worries grow




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Death toll rises after Vale dam collapses in Brazil

Iron ore giant in second disaster in 3 years after mud and waste surges through valley




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Argentine assets hit after Macri stumbles in primary vote

Peso tumbles and cost to hedge against debt default surges




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Election: Labour on the defensive after Chief Rabbi accuses party of failure to deal with anti-Semitism — as it happened

Jeremy Corbyn defends party's processes for dealing with racism after Ephraim Mirvis's criticism. Conservatives put opposition to independence at heart of Scottish campaign. Sterling slips as Labour makes inroads on Tories' polling lead.

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Election: Tories promise new state aid system after Brexit — latest news

The Conservatives vowed to bring in a new state aid system to protect British industry after Brexit, as the party finesses its message to Leave voters ahead of election day.

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