This paper proposes a framework for identifying labor market frictions that are critical to unlocking job growth in the green transition and suggests possible solutions to address each barrier. Recognizing...
The concept of Probabale Minimum Precipitation (PMP) is essential in relation to dam safety and flood management. It is defined as the greatest depth of precipitation for a given duration meteorologically...
Nations around the world are increasingly aware of climate change impacts on the water and hydropower sectors, raising concerns about the structural and operational safety of existing and new dams and...
Maldives remains at high risk of debt and liquidity distress despite temporary improvements in fiscal and reserve indicators. Foreign exchange (FX) liquidity pressures have intensified, and there is increasing...
As increasingly frequent extreme weather events disrupt lives, institutions are turning to early-warning systems and advance preparation to accelerate aid delivery. A randomized controlled trial in Bangladesh...
School-related gender-based violence remains widespread in low- and middle-income countries, yet rigorous evidence on effective prevention strategies is limited. This study evaluates the Empowerment Pilot...
Designing effective Net Zero industrial pathways requires a comprehensive understanding of the key drivers of emissions. To gain such an understanding, this study proposes a novel approach to estimating...
This report assesses how energy efficiency measures can reduce greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions and operational costs in global shipping. Drawing on a fleet-wide analysis across key vessel segments (bulk...
Public opposition is a major barrier to economic reforms, such as subsidy removal. Using multilayered, randomized survey experiments with 10,000 respondents across ten surveys in five countries, this paper...
This paper presents a systematic review of the literature that evaluates the causal impact of interventions designed to enhance women's access to productive capital in low- and middle- income economies...
Statement by Adebayo O. Edun at the 112th Meeting of the Development Committee held on October 16, 2025. The global economy shows tenuous resilience with slightly upward-revised growth forecast for 2025...
Statement by Carlo Monticelli at the 112th Meeting of the Development Committee held on October 16, 2025. The world faces mounting pressures for stronger growth, more jobs and greater resilience, challenges...
Statement by Carlos Cuerpo at the 112th Meeting of the Development Committee held on October 16, 2025. In a context of increasing geopolitical and trade tensions and heightened policy uncertainty, the...
Statement by Jim Chalmers at the 112th Meeting of the Development Committee held on October 16, 2025. The world economy continues to navigate a complex landscape of uneven recovery and emerging economic...
Statement by Datuk Seri Amir Hamzah Azizan at the 112th Meeting of the Development Committee held on October 16, 2025. The world faces a convergence of complex challenges: economic volatility, rising debt...
Statement by Shirley Botchwey at the 112th Meeting of the Development Committee held on October 16, 2025. The theme for this Committee’s 112th meeting directly reflects the Commonwealth’s mission: building...
Statement by Lan Fo’an at the 112th Meeting of the Development Committee held on October 16, 2025. The review of the document titled Foundations for Growth and Jobs holds significant importance for better...
Statement by Nicolas Grau at the 112th Meeting of the Development Committee held on October 16, 2025. Latin American countries continue facing challenges in achieving sustained economic growth. Over the...
Statement by Fernando Haddad at the 112th Meeting of the Development Committee held on October 16, 2025. The global economy stands at a critical juncture, confronted by a convergence of challenges that...
