OECD [to 12 March 2016]

OECD [to 12 March 2016]
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[We generally limit coverage to regional and global level initiatives, recognizing that a number of country-level announcements are added each week]

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10-March-2016
Tougher environmental laws do not hurt export competitiveness – OECD study
Countries that implement stringent environmental policies do not lose export competitiveness when compared against countries with more moderate regulations, according to a new OECD study that examines trade in manufactured goods between advanced and emerging economies.

10-March-2016
Active policies needed for a competitive and sustainable tourism sector
The tourism industry in OECD countries continues to grow strongly despite economic weakness in advanced economies, and outperformed tourism globally in 2014. However, active, innovative and integrated policies are needed to ensure that tourism remains a competitive and sustainable sector, says OECD.

8-March-2016
OECD countries confirm their drive to improve gender equality in public leadership
OECD countries have agreed to work towards greater gender equality in public life – including in governments, parliaments and judiciaries – with concrete measures to improve women’s access to leadership and decision-making roles and integrate more of a gender perspective into public policies.