Time

Achieving Sustainable Growth Requires Rethinking the Economy

Since 2015, when the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) were introduced, trillions of dollars have been invested in sustainability efforts, thousands of initiatives have been ...
New Republic

The Delusion and Danger of Infinite Economic Growth

“Fairytales of eternal economic growth.” That’s how climate activist Greta Thunberg depicted the dominant mindset at the United Nations last week. “How dare you,” she said, admonishing them for “empty ...
World Bank

New GCC Economic Update Finds Improved Quality of Education is Critical for Sustained Economic Growth

RIYADH, May 29, 2024 – Economic growth in the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) region is expected to rebound to 2.8% and 4.7% in 2024 and 2025, respectively, according to the Spring 2024 Gulf Economic ...
World Bank

Liberia Country Economic Memorandum 2025 - Escaping the Natural Resource Trap: Pathways to Sustainable Growth and Economic Diversification in Liberia

To transition from cyclical stagnation to sustainable, inclusive growth, Liberia needs to undergo five significant transformations. These include reshaping the macro-economy by increasing domestic ...
World Bank

GCC: Growth on the Rise, but Smart Spending Will Shape a Thriving Future

Riyadh, June 19, 2025 — Economic growth across the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) is projected to increase in the medium-term to 3.2% in 2025 and 4.50% in 2026. This growth is likely to be driven by ...