Paris, 8 March 2016: Organised on International Women's Day, the OECD hosted a conference to consider policy approaches to closing leadership gender gaps in the public and corporate sectors.

This brochure looks at the corruption, labour, human rights and environmental risks associated with the organisation of large sporting events. It describes how OECD instruments and expertise in implementation of complex projects can help host governments, event organisers and their business partners ensure that the world of sport remains associated with the traditional values of excellence and fair play.

Forum 2016, entitled Productive economies, Inclusive societies will be organised around the 3 cross-cutting themes of the OECD Week: inclusive growth and productivity, innovation and the digital economy, and international collaboration for implementing international agreements (COP21 and the Sustainable Development Goals) and standards (BEPS and automatic exchange of information).

This note describes work undertaken by the OECD to support the implementation of the 2015 G7 Leaders’ Declaration in the area of responsible business conduct. Four areas of action are covered: outreach on responsible business conduct (RBC) standards to other countries; development of guidance for supply chain due diligence; monitoring of multi-stakeholder initiatives; and strengthening National Contact Points.

14-16 June 2016, Paris: The OECD hosted an International Anti-Corruption Conference organised by the French Ministry of Justice, and with the support of the World Bank and the United Kingdom. This conference brought together representatives from anti-corruption authorities worldwide responsible for investigating and prosecuting corruption.

Fifteen years after the creation of National Contact Points as a means to improve the implementation of the Guidelines, the OECD has conducted an analysis of the functioning and performance of the National Contact Points.

Investment can help raise standards of living through job creation, skills and technology development, and distribution of wealth. Achieving these impacts, however, depends on the quality of the investment as much as the quantity. This chapter from the 2016 Development Co-operation Report discusses how responsible business conduct can directly contribute to achieving the SDGs, while also being good for business.

Responsible business conduct (RBC) is recognised as an important part of the investment climate and is increasingly integrated within public policies aimed at attracting better investment and enhancing sustainable development.

Corruption undermines economic and social progress and steals the future of young generations. Parties to the OECD Anti-Bribery Convention are required to criminalise bribery of foreign public officials but does this make a difference on the ground? This paper estimates a dynamic foreign direct investment (FDI) gravity model to explore the impact of corruption in general and the OECD Anti-Bribery Convention in particular.

Paris, 8 March 2017: Taking place on International Women's Day, this OECD-hosted conference considered questions such as gender differences in financial literacy and inclusion; women working in the informal economy and the role of business: gender differences in the changing pensions landscape; empowering women to fight back against corruption and engaging men to support gender equality in the workplace.

Promoting responsible business conduct in the financial sector is vital to building a sustainable global economy. Although the Guidelines’ due diligence recommendations can help financial institutions, the inherent complexities in the sector create challenges. This paper highlights key considerations for institutional investors in carrying out due diligence that will help to identify and respond to environmental and social risks.

Promoting responsible business conduct in the financial sector is vital to building a sustainable global economy. This paper will help institutional investors implement the due diligence recommendations of the OECD Guidelines for Multinational Enterprises in order to prevent or address adverse impacts related to human and labour rights, the environment, and corruption in their investment portfolios.

“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."

Surprised looks with colleagues or students are commonplace when I observe that the OECD plays an important part in the promotion of responsible business conduct (RBC), not just in OECD countries, but also globally. RBC is OECD “speak” for corporate social responsibility, corporate sustainability and other terms indicating an expectation that businesses take responsibility for their impact on society.

Drawing on data presented in the 2017 OECD Business and Finance Outlook, this article looks at some of the forces influencing recent economic developments and asks what can be done to ensure a “fairer” global economy.

This report describes the economic landscape of publicly listed family firms in Asia and looks at the importance of these entities to the region and beyond. It highlights how an effective corporate governance system can improve performance and create value by reducing the cost of equity and reducing capital waste.

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.

15 September 2017 - A complaint submitted in 2015 by former workers of Heineken’s subsidiary Bralima in the Democratic Republic of Congo was successfully resolved recently. This article by Roel Nieuwenkamp explains the circumstances and why this agreement is being hailed as historic.

9 November 2017, New York With the FCPA’s enactment 40 years ago and 20 years after the adoption of the OECD - Anti-Bribery Convention, the global fight against corruption has changed forever. This conference examined the major impact of these ground-breaking instruments on corporate behaviour and law enforcement priorities.

7 December 2017, Paris - This workshop addressed the growing demand for transparency and information on how companies deal with human rights, environmental, social and other "non-financial" issues with a particular focus on how companies are identifying and addressing impacts in their supply chains.

On the occasion of the 20th Anniversary of the OECD Anti-Bribery Convention, this roundtable focused on the impact of the Convention 20 years on, the impact of the Convention on major emerging economies not yet party to the Convention, and the detection of foreign bribery.

Significant corruption, labour, human rights and environmental risks are associated with the organisation of large sporting events. The OECD has instruments and expertise in implementation of complex projects can help host governments, event organisers and their business partners ensure that the world of sport remains associated with the traditional values of excellence and fair play.

8 March 2018, Paris - On the occasion of International Woman's Day, senior decision-makers from the public and corporate worlds, experts, academics and stakeholders considered different policy approaches and implementation tools on how to close gender gaps in the private sector.

In conflict or high-risk areas, the exploitation of natural mineral resources companies involved in mining and trade in minerals have the potential to generate income, growth and prosperity, but may also be at risk of directly or indirectly fuelling armed conflict, gross violations of human rights, and impeding economic and social development.

Ministers from OECD and developing economies have committed to step up their efforts to promote responsible business conduct by companies in order to drive more inclusive and sustainable economic growth.

The OECD Guidelines for Multinational Enterprises recommend that enterprises conduct due diligence in order to identify, prevent or mitigate and account for how actual and potential adverse impacts are addressed. This Due Diligence Guidance provides practical support to enterprises by providing plain language explanations of due diligence recommendations and associated provisions.

Governments adhering to the OECD Guidelines for Multinational Enterprises are required to set up a National Contact Point (NCP) that functions in a visible, accessible, transparent and accountable manner. This report contains a peer review of the Chilean NCP, mapping its strengths and accomplishments and also identifying opportunities for improvement.

Governments adhering to the OECD Guidelines for Multinational Enterprises are required to set up a National Contact Point that functions in a visible, accessible, transparent and accountable manner. This report contains a peer review of the French NCP, mapping its strengths and accomplishments and also identifying opportunities for improvement.

Governments adhering to the OECD Guidelines for Multinational Enterprises are required to set up a National Contact Point (NCP) that functions in a visible, accessible, transparent and accountable manner. This report contains a peer review of the German NCP, mapping its strengths and accomplishments and also identifying opportunities for improvement.

20-21 June 2018, Paris: The Global Forum is the first multi-stakeholder platform for integrating corporate responsibility questions into the global economic agenda. Governments, business, trade unions and civil society will come together to provide insights and exchange views on how to do well while doing no harm in an effort to contribute to sustainable development and enduring social progress.

On the occasion of the release of the OECD Due Diligence Guidance on Responsible Business Conduct, the OECD’s Tyler Gillard looks at how governments can encourage international standards of responsible business conduct in business activities and supply chains.

The OECD expects world economic growth to fall to 2.9% this year- its weakest annual rate since the financial crisis.

Healthcare budgets and facilities face an uphill battle against anti-microbial resistance. Can policymakers find a way through? A discussion at the OECD Forum 2019 spelt out some major risks if they don’t.

Have you ever used your smartphone to hail a taxi? Order in lunch? Or to find the help you need, whether from a cleaner or a childminder? If you have, then like millions of people, you probably did so via digital platforms. Every day people are connecting online, whether to use or provide myriad services.

Consumer Spending in Algeria increased to 8568300 DZD Million in 2018 from 8034200 DZD Million in 2017. Consumer Spending in Algeria averaged 3714914.43 DZD Million from 1995 until 2018, reaching an all time high of 8568300 DZD Million in 2018 and a record low of 1103081.90 DZD Million in 1995. This page provides - Algeria Consumer Spending - actual values, historical data, forecast, chart, statistics, economic calendar and news.

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.

Exports (Fob): Primary Prds - Iron Ore & Concentrates in Brazil decreased to 105 USD Million in April from 1390.27 USD Million in March of 2020. Exports (Fob): Primary Prds - Iron Ore & Concentra in Brazil averaged 624.63 USD Million from 1970 until 2020, reaching an all time high of 4469.09 USD Million in August of 2011 and a record low of 11.79 USD Million in January of 1970. This page includes a chart with historical data for Brazil Exports of : Primary Prds - Iron Ore & Conce.

Consumer Price Index CPI in Bulgaria decreased to 7188.39 points in March from 7233.91 points in February of 2020. Consumer Price Index CPI in Bulgaria averaged 4094.18 points from 1990 until 2020, reaching an all time high of 7233.91 points in February of 2020 and a record low of 1.51 points in May of 1990. In Bulgaria, the Consumer Price Index or CPI measures changes in the prices paid by consumers for a basket of goods and services. This page provides - Bulgaria Consumer Price Index (CPI) - actual values, historical data, forecast, chart, statistics, economic calendar and news.

Construction Pmi in Ireland decreased to 28.90 points in March from 50.60 points in February of 2020. Construction Pmi in Ireland averaged 57.09 points from 2013 until 2020, reaching an all time high of 68.80 points in February of 2016 and a record low of 28.90 points in March of 2020. The Ulster Bank Construction Purchasing Managers’ Index® is a seasonally adjusted index designed to track changes in total construction activity in Ireland. Data are collected at mid-month, asking respondents to compare a variety of business conditions with the situation one month ago. A reading of below 50.0 indicates that the economy is generally declining, above 50.0 that it is generally expanding and exactly 50.0 indicates no change on the level recorded the previous month. This page provides - Ireland Construction Pmi- actual values, historical data, forecast, chart, statistics, economic calendar and news.

Consumer Price Index CPI in Ireland increased to 102.70 points in March from 102.30 points in February of 2020. Consumer Price Index CPI in Ireland averaged 61.85 points from 1969 until 2020, reaching an all time high of 102.80 points in August of 2019 and a record low of 7 points in February of 1969. This page provides the latest reported value for - Ireland Consumer Price Index (cpi) - plus previous releases, historical high and low, short-term forecast and long-term prediction, economic calendar, survey consensus and news.

Consumer Price Index Cpi in Gabon increased to 101.10 points in February from 101 points in January of 2020. Consumer Price Index Cpi in Gabon averaged 121.22 points from 2005 until 2020, reaching an all time high of 143.70 points in December of 2019 and a record low of 101 points in January of 2020. This page provides - Gabon Consumer Price Index Cpi- actual values, historical data, forecast, chart, statistics, economic calendar and news.

Loans To Private Sector in Republic Of The Congo increased to 1023.60 XOF Billion in July from 1019.50 XOF Billion in June of 2014. Loans To Private Sector in Republic Of The Congo averaged 363.06 XOF Billion from 2005 until 2014, reaching an all time high of 1023.60 XOF Billion in July of 2014 and a record low of 77.20 XOF Billion in November of 2005. Loans To Private Sector in Republic Of The Congo is reported by the Central Bank of West African States (BCEAO). This page provides - Republic Of The Congo Loans To Private Sector - actual values, historical data, forecast, chart, statistics, economic calendar and news.

GDP From Construction in Maldives increased to 4622 MVR Million in 2018 from 4108 MVR Million in 2017. GDP From Construction in Maldives averaged 1975.04 MVR Million from 1995 until 2018, reaching an all time high of 4622 MVR Million in 2018 and a record low of 441 MVR Million in 1996. This page provides - Maldives Gdp From Construction- actual values, historical data, forecast, chart, statistics, economic calendar and news.

Consumer Price Index Cpi in Maldives decreased to 100.20 points in January from 100.30 points in December of 2019. Consumer Price Index Cpi in Maldives averaged 104.28 points from 2014 until 2020, reaching an all time high of 111 points in September of 2017 and a record low of 97.20 points in April of 2018. This page provides - Maldives Consumer Price Index Cpi- actual values, historical data, forecast, chart, statistics, economic calendar and news.

Gdp Constant Prices in Afghanistan decreased to 548531 Million AFS in 2018 from 549450 Million AFS in 2017. Gdp Constant Prices in Afghanistan averaged 378777.63 Million AFS from 2003 until 2018, reaching an all time high of 549450 Million AFS in 2017 and a record low of 202528 Million AFS in 2003. This page provides - Afghanistan Gdp Constant Prices- actual values, historical data, forecast, chart, statistics, economic calendar and news.

GDP From Construction in Afghanistan increased to 73330 AFN Million in 2018 from 65138 AFN Million in 2017. GDP From Construction in Afghanistan averaged 44232.43 AFN Million from 2002 until 2018, reaching an all time high of 73330 AFN Million in 2018 and a record low of 8700 AFN Million in 2002. This page provides - Afghanistan Gdp From Construction- actual values, historical data, forecast, chart, statistics, economic calendar and news.

Consumer Price Index CPI in Romania increased to 100.50 points in March from 100.25 points in February of 2020. Consumer Price Index CPI in Romania averaged 102.50 points from 1990 until 2020, reaching an all time high of 130.70 points in March of 1997 and a record low of 97.05 points in June of 2015. In Romania, the Consumer Price Index or CPI measures changes in the prices paid by consumers for a basket of goods and services. This page provides - Romania Consumer Price Index (CPI) - actual values, historical data, forecast, chart, statistics, economic calendar and news.

Consumer Price Index CPI in Croatia increased to 102.50 points in March from 102.30 points in February of 2020. Consumer Price Index CPI in Croatia averaged 87.63 points from 1998 until 2020, reaching an all time high of 103.20 points in October of 2019 and a record low of 63.70 points in January of 1998. In Croatia, the Consumer Price Index or CPI measures changes in the prices paid by consumers for a basket of goods and services. This page provides - Croatia Consumer Price Index (CPI) - actual values, historical data, forecast, chart, statistics, economic calendar and news.

Consumer Price Index CPI in Argentina increased to 305.55 points in March from 295.67 points in February of 2020. Consumer Price Index CPI in Argentina averaged 173.94 points from 2016 until 2020, reaching an all time high of 305.55 points in March of 2020 and a record low of 100 points in December of 2016. In Argentina, the Consumer Price Index or CPI measures changes in the prices paid by consumers for a basket of goods and services. Beginning December of 2013, the Consumer Price Index is published for National Urban Areas, while before only Gran Buenos Aires Area was considered. This page provides the latest reported value for - Argentina Consumer Price Index (CPI) - plus previous releases, historical high and low, short-term forecast and long-term prediction, economic calendar, survey consensus and news.

Economic Activity Index in Argentina decreased to -2.20 percent in February from -1.80 percent in January of 2020. Economic Activity Index in Argentina averaged 2.50 percent from 2005 until 2020, reaching an all time high of 18.80 percent in May of 2010 and a record low of -13.70 percent in May of 2009. In Argentina, the Monthly Economic Activity Estimator (EMAE) is a provisional indicator of the evolution of the GDP. Its calculation is structured in the aggregation of the added value at basic prices of each one of the economic activities plus the net taxes of subsidies to the products, using the weights of the national accounts. This page provides - Argentina Economic Activity Index- actual values, historical data, forecast, chart, statistics, economic calendar and news.