Cash transfer programs have significantly reduced poverty over the years. The World Bank\’s Social Protection and Jobs (SPJ) Unit, in collaboration with ideas42 and the government of
The narrowing of the gender pay gap slowed around the turn of the 21st century. Meanwhile, younger workers have fared progressively worse than older workers.
The US aims to revitalise its domestic semiconductor manufacturing industry, but will there be enough skilled workers to meet the ambitious goals? This column presents
Japan identifies ‘top-level sales’ through overseas visits by political leaders as an important policy tool to help Japanese firms win more infrastructure contracts. However, overseas
As the urgency to combat climate change intensifies, the World Bank Group is stepping up its support for countries by leveraging innovative financing mechanisms for climate action.
In recent years, South Asia has been beset with an unprecedented combination of negative shocks. In Sri Lanka, an economic crisis on the heels of COVID-19
Armenia is poised to benefit economically and environmentally from electric vehicle adoption, driven by affordable electricity and regulatory reforms. By implementing a comprehensive policy framework,
World Oceans Day is an opportunity to amplify local voices and develop science-based solutions for one of the world’s most important resources. This includes effective
Research in Shanxi Province, in the People’s Republic of China, provides insights into how to achieve quality and sustainable management of rural sanitation, wastewater, and
Wage inequality has increased dramatically in the US since the 1970s, largely driven by within-firm earnings inequality. This column uses combined data from three large