Tag Archives: education

May 01

[NTS Alert] Trafficking in persons: Singapore’s evolving responses

“For a long time, sending countries have been the focus of efforts to combat trafficking in persons (TIP). However, in recent years, destination countries such as Singapore have also stepped up their efforts. This is timely because improved recognition and … Read More

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Apr 25

Global Transportation Issues To Keep In Mind

An important aspect of the global supply chain is that of physical distribution and transportation mode choice. Transportation is one major factor to consider because it determines how and when goods will be received. It can be further divided into … Read More

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Apr 18

The Next Generation Needs Vision and Commitment

April 18, 2012 marks the end of the World Economic Forum on Latin America 2012 in Puerto Vallarta, Mexico. It concluded with a call to end “archaic thinking, outdated notions of hierarchy and the lack of dedication to excellence in … Read More

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Apr 12

The Digital Economy – Importance for Business Development

Over 40 digital economy experts from 14 countries gathered at ICC headquarters in Paris this week to discuss business priorities relating to the information and communication technologies (ICT) and Internet policy landscape. The two-day meeting of the ICC Commission on … Read More

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Apr 11

How the New OECD Recommendation Will Boost Economic Growth and Create Private Sector Employment

BIAC, the Business and Industry Advisory Committee to the OECD, part of USCIB’s global network, welcomed a new OECD recommendation to improve regulatory policy and governance and called for credible government action to effectively implement the recommendation’s principles. The effective … Read More

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Apr 05

Committee on Government Procurement Adopts Revised Agreement!

The Committee on Government Procurement adopted, 30 March 2012, the revised Government Procurement Agreement after a final review required by the Ministerial Conference decision in December last year. The revised Agreement will now go to the respective parliaments for ratification. … Read More

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