India's lackluster economic performance was once cynically referred to as the "Hindu rate of growth"! How times have changed! The OECD reveals how extensive economic reforms have contributed to stronger growth, lower inequality, and reduced poverty. This valuable report also highlights an agenda for continued action. INDIA-2017-OECD
Saudi Arabia: Austerity and Transformation 2030
Chatham House provides a hugely valuable assessment of Saudi Arabia's 2030 Vision project, and its implications for the transformation of both society and the economy. Of course, the success or failure of these efforts will greatly influence the geo-politics of the region. saudi
Brazil: Pension Reform Key to Fiscal Sustainability
Generous pensions schemes are at the heart of Brazil budgetary problems. Reforms are needed to put fiscal policy on a sustainable footing. Is this possible prior to the 2018 election? Brazil Pension Reform
Saudi Arabia: Vision 2030
12 September 2017 With the Aramco IPO widely anticipated, it is important to be familiar with the Saudia economic strategy. Likewise, with oil prices set to remain low, understanding the vision for reducing the nation's dependence on this commodity is crucial to future properity, as well as maintaining the currency peg. saudivision2030