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“Healthy, happy and wise”, users' top priorities as OECD releases its 2014 Better Life Index

Japanese users of the Better Life Index (BLI) worry most about safety, Australians seek work-life balance, Latin Americans strive for better education, and Danes want to be happy – user feedback shows as the Index marks its third birthday.




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6th Expert Meeting on Measuring Regulatory Performance: Evaluating Stakeholder Engagement in Regulatory Policy

Workshop held in The Hague on 17-18 June 2014 to evaluate stakeholder engagement in regulatory policy




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New tax and expenditure elasticity estimates for EU budget surveillance

This paper estimates the elasticities of government revenue and expenditure items with respect to the output gap for European Union (EU) countries. These elasticities are used by the European Commission, as part of the EU fiscal surveillance process, to calculate the semi-elasticity of the budget balance as a percentage of GDP with respect to the output gap.




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Fighting Bid Rigging in Public Procurement in Mexico - The CFE Report 2015

This report documents procurement regulations and practices in Mexico's main electricity company (Comisión Federal de Electricidad) and makes policy recommendations in key procurement areas.




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Launch of OECD Integrity Review of Mexico

The Government of Mexico have requested an OECD Integrity Review focusing on anti-corruption, conflict of interest prevention and integrity in the public service.




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Governing the City: The case study of Puebla-Tlaxcala, Mexico

This chapter begins with a brief socio-economic and institutional overview of the Puebla-Tlaxcala metropolitan region. It then explores the current status of inter-municipal collaboration in two major sectors for urban development: transport and land use. Finally, it reviews existing metropolitan collaboration tools.




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First Expert Dialogue on Regulatory Policy in Latin America

The main objective of this meeting was to create a Latin American Network to contribute to the better functioning of markets and the improvement of public services in Latin American countries.




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Regulatory improvement in the Municipality of Torreon, Mexico

Launch of the OECD programme for regulatory improvement in the Municipality of Torreon, Mexico.




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Implementing the OECD Guide to Improve the Quality of State and Municipal Regulations, San Luis Potosi, Mexico

The Municipality of San Luis Potosi scores an 87% progress in implementing the OECD Guide to Improve the Quality of State and Municipal Regulations.




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Sustaining the economic expansion in New Zealand

Ensuring that permanent spending or tax cuts are implemented in a sustainable manner would encourage the strong fiscal position that New Zealand needs to meet potentially large macroeconomic shocks and long-run ageing-related costs.




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Adjusting fiscal balances for the business cycle: new tax and expenditure elasticity estimates for OECD countries

This paper re-estimates the elasticities of government revenue and expenditure items with respect to the output gap for OECD countries. These elasticities are used by the OECD to calculate cyclically adjusted fiscal balances. The study updates the earlier 2005 study using the most recent datasets and tax codes, the coverage being confined in this paper to 35 countries, the 34 OECD member states and Latvia.




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Third Expert Dialogue on Regulatory Policy in Latin America

Discussion of progress to enhance regulatory quality and promote inclusive economic growth in the Latin American region.




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OECD-Lisbon city International Roundtable for Cities: Exchanging cities' experiences on resilience

This event to be held on 21 June 2016 in Lisbon, Portugal, will discuss the preliminary findings of the OECD project "Resilient Cities" and share cities' experience on enhancing resilience.




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Mexico should facilitate greater use of its wealth of open government data

Mexico has become a frontrunner in a short time in making government data publicly accessible, but it now needs to put this wealth of digital information to use to foster innovation and benefit the Mexican economy and society, according to a new OECD report.




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Mexico’s future will be decidedly ‘Open’ - Insights blog

Blog post on how Mexico's commitment to open data is helping to bring a broad range of innovative services to citizens.




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Urbanisation and Complex Systems - Insights blog

OECD Insights blog on how new sources of urban data and urban scaling phenomenon can inform planners and urban developers.




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Measuring the impact of digitalising the formalities of the Mexican Social Security Institute, IMSS

OECD will measure the impact of digitalising the Mexican Social Security Institute formalities and guide future efforts on simplification




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Resolving complex problems - the challenge for governments

Blog argues that governments should stop approaching complex challenges through the limitations of their institutions and explore innovative ways of problem solving.




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4th expert dialogue of the Latin American Network of Good Regulatory Practices

OECD promotes the exchange of experiences and good practices for the improvement of regulation among Latin American countries




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Gender Budgeting: Experts Meeting 2017

This Experts Meeting took place in Reykjavik, Iceland on 18-19 May 2017. Delegates from OECD countries shared practical experiences – successes and challenges – in implementing Gender Budgeting.




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2017 Global Platform for Disaster Risk Reduction, Cancun, Mexico

The United Nations Office for Disaster Risk Reduction (UNISDR) coordinates global disaster risk reduction efforts among United Nations agencies and international organisations. The OECD is hosting an event to see how governments and stakeholders can best work together to strengthen economic and social resilience through improve risk governance.




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Third meeting of the Taskforce of MENA Stock Exchanges for Corporate Governance

Muscat, Oman - 2 December 2013 - This meeting was organised in the format of a high level regional roundtable, where heads and other representatives of regional exchanges were invited to participate, alongside regulators and relevant international and regional institutions.




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Privatisation and Demutualisation of MENA Stock Exchanges

This report explores the efforts of MENA stock exchanges to restructure their ownership through regional comparisons and case studies, situating this process within the global transformation of the stock exchange industry over the past two decades.




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Communiqué by participants at the 7th ICGLR-OECD-UN Group of Experts Forum on Responsible Mineral Supply Chains

Participants at the forum adopted a communiqué calling for companies to confront challenges they encounter openly and transparently by publicly reporting on due diligence in accordance with the OECD Due Diligence Guidance for Responsible Supply Chains of Minerals from Conflict-Affected and High-Risk Areas




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ILO-OECD roundtable on responsible sourcing in the textile and garment sector

This roundtable provided a forum for dialogue on building responsible supply chains in the textile and garment sector that contribute to inclusive growth and sustainable development, in line with the OECD and ILO recommendations. The Roundtable also identified challenges and areas for future collaborative action.




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Public consultation on the OECD Due Diligence Guidance for Meaningful Stakeholder Engagement in the Extractives Sector

This public consultation is being held to gather comments on the draft OECD Due Diligence Guidance for Meaningful Stakeholder Engagement in the Extractives Sector which provides practical guidance to mining, oil and gas enterprises in addressing the challenges related to stakeholder engagement. The deadline for comment is 5 June 2015.




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Changing business models of stock exchanges and stock market fragmentation

This report reviews structural changes in the stock exchange industry and provides data on M&A changes in the aggregate revenue structure of major stock exchanges. It describes the fragmentation of the stock market resulting from an increase in stock exchange-like trading venues, such as alternative trading systems (ATSs) and multilateral trading facilities (MTFs), and a split between dark (non-displayed) and lit (displayed) trading.




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Statement of OECD Secretary-General on the death of two members of the UN Group of Experts on the Democratic Republic of the Congo

“I am deeply saddened to learn about the tragic deaths of Michael Sharp and Zaida Catalan, members of the UN Group of Experts on the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC). On behalf of my Organisation, I wish to convey our condolences to their families and colleagues from the UN and beyond, who had the pleasure of working with them."




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Living up to expectations on responsible business conduct

21 July 2017 - Recent noteworthy developments have created a new momentum on responsible business conduct worldwide, confirming the prominence of the OECD Guidelines for Multinational Enterprises and their in-built implementation mechanism, the National Contact Points. This article by Roel Nieuwenkamp looks at the expectations that come with this heightened recognition.




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The Evolving Role of Stock Exchanges in Asia

This report presents the results of an OECD survey aimed at outlining the key roles of stock exchanges in promoting sound corporate governance in Asia. It focuses on standard-Setting, supervision and enforcement of disclosure obligations and corporate governance rules.




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China and the OECD partner to promote responsible business in global textile and apparel supply chains

30/01/2018 - The China National Textile and Apparel Council (CNTAC) and the OECD today signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) that sets out their commitment to intensify co-operation to promote responsible business in global textile and apparel supply chains.




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Stakeholder engagement due diligence in extractive industries

When companies involve stakeholders, such as local communities, in their decision making, it enables them to identify, and account for the impacts of their activities, and contribute to positive social and economic development. To address the challenges raised when engaging with stakeholders, the OECD is preparing a user guide on how to undertake due diligence in engaging with stakeholders for mining, oil and gas enterprises.




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FDI Regulatory Restrictiveness Index

The FDI Regulatory Restrictiveness Index (FDI Index) measures statutory restrictions on foreign direct investment in 68 countries, including all OECD and G20 countries, and covers 22 sectors.




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Air Ticketing Executive

Company: Nanu India Recruitment Co
Qualification: Bachelor of Arts (B.A)
Experience: 0 to 2
Salary: 1.80 to 4.50
location: Kolkata
Ref: 24826016
Summary: HIRING AIR TICKETING EXECUTIVES IN KOLKATA AIRPORT




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Algeria Military Expenditure

Military Expenditure in Algeria decreased to 9459 USD Million in 2018 from 10073 USD Million in 2017. Military Expenditure in Algeria averaged 2838.20 USD Million from 1969 until 2018, reaching an all time high of 10637 USD Million in 2016 and a record low of 217 USD Million in 1972.




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Algeria Total External Debt

External Debt in Algeria decreased to 3858 USD Million in the first quarter of 2019 from 4042 USD Million in the fourth quarter of 2018. External Debt in Algeria averaged 4336.82 USD Million from 2007 until 2019, reaching an all time high of 5859 USD Million in the third quarter of 2010 and a record low of 3021 USD Million in the fourth quarter of 2015. This page provides - Algeria External Debt - actual values, historical data, forecast, chart, statistics, economic calendar and news.




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Algeria Exports

Exports in Algeria decreased to 9380 USD Million in the first quarter of 2019 from 10430 USD Million in the fourth quarter of 2018. Exports in Algeria averaged 7000.28 USD Million from 1992 until 2019, reaching an all time high of 60300 USD Million in the second quarter of 2007 and a record low of 1831 USD Million in the first quarter of 2016. Algerian economy is highly dependent on petroleum and natural gas exports. Hydrocarbons account for over 95% of export earnings. Algeria main exports partners are United States, Italy, Spain, France and Canada. This page provides - Algeria Exports - actual values, historical data, forecast, chart, statistics, economic calendar and news.




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Algeria Corruption Index

Algeria scored 35 points out of 100 on the 2019 Corruption Perceptions Index reported by Transparency International. Corruption Index in Algeria averaged 31.71 Points from 2003 until 2019, reaching an all time high of 36 Points in 2013 and a record low of 26 Points in 2003. The Corruption Perceptions Index ranks countries and territories based on how corrupt their public sector is perceived to be. A country or territory’s score indicates the perceived level of public sector corruption on a scale of 0 (highly corrupt) to 100 (very clean). This page provides the latest reported value for - Algeria Corruption Index - plus previous releases, historical high and low, short-term forecast and long-term prediction, economic calendar, survey consensus and news.




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Algeria Foreign Exchange Reserves

Foreign Exchange Reserves in Algeria decreased to 62000 USD Million in the third quarter of 2019 from 72600 USD Million in the first quarter of 2019. Foreign Exchange Reserves in Algeria averaged 134125 USD Million from 2013 until 2019, reaching an all time high of 194961 USD Million in the first quarter of 2014 and a record low of 62000 USD Million in the third quarter of 2019. This page provides - Algeria Foreign Exchange Reserves- actual values, historical data, forecast, chart, statistics, economic calendar and news.




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Algeria Consumer Price Index (CPI)

Consumer Price Index CPI in Algeria decreased to 220 points in February from 220.20 points in January of 2020. Consumer Price Index CPI in Algeria averaged 176.68 points from 2008 until 2020, reaching an all time high of 222.30 points in October of 2019 and a record low of 127 points in August of 2008. This page provides the latest reported value for - Algeria Consumer Price Index (CPI) - plus previous releases, historical high and low, short-term forecast and long-term prediction, economic calendar, survey consensus and news.




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Brazil Imports (Fob) - Capital Goods (According To Funcex)

Imports (Fob) - Capital Goods (According To Funcex) in Brazil decreased to 2513.40 USD Million in February from 3878.60 USD Million in January of 2020. Imports (Fob) - Capital Goods (According To Funcex in Brazil averaged 1021.72 USD Million from 1978 until 2020, reaching an all time high of 4768.40 USD Million in July of 2018 and a record low of 52 USD Million in February of 1985. This page includes a chart with historical data for Brazil Imports of - Capital Goods (according to Fu.




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Brazil Exports of Manufactured Goods

Exports (Fob) - Manufactured Goods (According To Funcex) in Brazil increased to 5378.60 USD Million in February from 4982.40 USD Million in January of 2020. Exports (Fob) - Manufactured Goods (According To F in Brazil averaged 3488.05 USD Million from 1977 until 2020, reaching an all time high of 9831 USD Million in October of 2013 and a record low of 253 USD Million in January of 1977. This page includes a chart with historical data for Brazil Exports of - Manufactured Goods (according.




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Brazil Exports to Middle East

Exports to Middle East in Brazil increased to 624 USD Million in April from 606.30 USD Million in March of 2020. Exports to Middle East in Brazil averaged 599.98 USD Million from 1998 until 2020, reaching an all time high of 1512.08 USD Million in August of 2011 and a record low of 65.39 USD Million in April of 2000. This page includes a chart with historical data for Brazil Exports to Middle East.




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Brazil Exports to Mercosur

Exports to Mercosur in Brazil decreased to 689 USD Million in April from 1152 USD Million in March of 2020. Exports to Mercosur in Brazil averaged 1371.65 USD Million from 1998 until 2020, reaching an all time high of 3223 USD Million in September of 2011 and a record low of 210.63 USD Million in February of 2002. This page includes a chart with historical data for Brazil Exports to Mercosur.




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Brazil Exports to European Union

Exports to European Union in Brazil decreased to 2792 USD Million in April from 2948 USD Million in March of 2020. Exports to European Union in Brazil averaged 2730.20 USD Million from 1998 until 2020, reaching an all time high of 6083.22 USD Million in October of 2013 and a record low of 860.30 USD Million in January of 1999. This page includes a chart with historical data for Brazil Exports to EU.




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Brazil Exports to China

Exports to China in Brazil increased to 7079 USD Million in April from 6082 USD Million in March of 2020. Exports to China in Brazil averaged 1479.80 USD Million from 1989 until 2020, reaching an all time high of 7079 USD Million in April of 2020 and a record low of 7.56 USD Million in February of 1990. This page includes a chart with historical data for Brazil Exports to China.




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Brazil Exports to Asia

Exports to Asia in Brazil increased to 9693 USD Million in April from 9173.24 USD Million in March of 2020. Exports to Asia in Brazil averaged 3758.21 USD Million from 1998 until 2020, reaching an all time high of 10325.18 USD Million in July of 2018 and a record low of 325.84 USD Million in February of 2001. This page includes a chart with historical data for Brazil Exports to Asia.




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Brazil Exports to Argentina

Exports to Argentina in Brazil decreased to 477 USD Million in April from 771 USD Million in March of 2020. Exports to Argentina in Brazil averaged 792.53 USD Million from 1989 until 2020, reaching an all time high of 2206.32 USD Million in September of 2011 and a record low of 29.21 USD Million in February of 1990. This page includes a chart with historical data for Brazil Exports to Argentina.




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Brazil Exports to Africa

Exports to Africa in Brazil decreased to 541 USD Million in April from 654.80 USD Million in March of 2020. Exports to Africa in Brazil averaged 589.87 USD Million from 1998 until 2020, reaching an all time high of 1350.42 USD Million in August of 2011 and a record low of 64.43 USD Million in January of 2000. This page includes a chart with historical data for Brazil Exports to Africa.




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Brazil Exports of Unwrought Alumi

Exports of Semi Mfc Prds - Unwrought Alumi in Brazil decreased to 19 USD Million in April from 35.01 USD Million in March of 2020. Exports of Semi Mfc Prds - Unwrought Alumi in Brazil averaged 74.56 USD Million from 1989 until 2020, reaching an all time high of 181.03 USD Million in August of 2006 and a record low of 0 USD Million in June of 2018. This page includes a chart with historical data for Brazil Exports of : Semi Mfc Prds - Unwrought Alumi.