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Indian cities can partner with foreign peers to get ahead
Indian cities can partner with foreign peers to get ahead
Indian cities should establish teams to tap the expertise contained within their global counterparts. Rather than star... Read more
27 Feb 2019
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Successful urbanization could free developing countries from the middle-income trap
Successful urbanization could free developing countries from the middle-income trap
Scores of countries have fallen and are falling into the middle-income trap as they strive to develop. And, because of i... Read more
7 Nov 2018
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Migrant workers add huge value to the countries where they work
Migrant workers add huge value to the countries where they work
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Better indicators are needed to track the well-being of elderly in developing countries
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Better financial literacy and inclusion would strengthen Azerbaijan’s financial sector
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Asia needs better financial monitoring and safeguards as integration increases
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Peer-to-peer lending could help small firms find funds, but careful handling is needed
Peer-to-peer lending could help small firms find funds, but careful handling is needed
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