Everything from seat belts to health care and bank bailouts invites riskier behaviour, or what economists call “moral hazard”. Even the most justified and well-meaning policy interventions can have unintended, …
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Everything from seat belts and condoms to health care and bank bailouts invites riskier behavior, or what economists call “moral hazard.” Even the most justified and well-meaning policy interventions can …
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Change Conference (COP27) in Sharm El-Sheikh, Egypt, concluded on a historic high note, with the last-minute agreement to establish a “loss and damage” fund. The decision to offer financial support …
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Local governments across the Middle East have introduced a variety of initiatives to encourage companies to implement sustainable practices, but many neglect planning to make a positive impact on the …
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Rakesh Mohan, a former deputy governor of the Reserve Bank of India, is President Emeritus of the Centre for Social and Economic Progress and a member of the Task Force …
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World Environment Day (June 5th) is an important occasion that allows individuals and organisations worldwide to reflect on our environmental impact. This year’s theme for World Environment Day is #BeatPlasticPollution, …
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Consumer commitment to environmental sustainability and social responsibility is intensifying with people voting with their wallets. Businesses are increasingly realising that ESG and profitability are not mutually exclusive. In fact, …
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As organisations globally make significant strides to improve inclusivity in the workplace, many realise the need to implement menopause policies. This is a vital step that has been neglected for …
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The debate about how to achieve climate goals – most notably, the transition to net-zero emissions of greenhouse gases – has fueled speculation that the world will deglobalise. Some argue …
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Over the past three years, a series of overlapping crises has exposed the structural weaknesses in Central and Eastern European (CEE) economies. Coming on the back of rising labour costs …