Launch of the OECD Regional Outlook, October 2023
· Mathias Cormann, Secretary-General of the OECD (International)
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MC · Mathias Cormann Wiki · OECD WikiLaunch of the OECD Regional Outlook, October 2023ContextMr. Mathias Cormann, OECD Secretary General, gave remarks at the launch of the OECD Regional Outlook, 2 October 2023.
Why it mattersCormann highlights wide gaps between rural and urban regions.
Problems raised- Regions within a country face very different circumstances.
- Rural residents report more health problems than city residents.
- Many remote regions are losing population and investment.
Solutions proposed- Design policies adapted to regional differences.
- Invest in services and competitiveness in remote regions.
- Use the OECD Regional Outlook's practical insights.
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