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  • 1
    Language: English , French
    Edition: [Elektronische Ressource]
    Series Statement: OECD statistics
    Keywords: Diskette
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  • 2
    Language: English , French , Spanish
    Pages: Online-Ressource
    Series Statement: SourceOECD
    Parallel Title: Druckausg. u.d.T. International standardisation of fruit and vegetables
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  • 3
    Language: English
    Pages: Online-Ressource
    Series Statement: SourceOECD
    Series Statement: Education and skills
    Parallel Title: Franz. Ausg. u.d.T. Examens des politiques nationales d'éducation
    Parallel Title: Druckausg. u.d.T. Reviews of national policies for education
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  • 4
    Online Resource
    Online Resource
    Paris : OECD Publishing and Nuclear Energy Agency
    ISBN: 9789264196063
    Language: English
    Pages: Online-Ressource (68 p.) , ill.
    Parallel Title: Druckausg.
    Parallel Title: Parallelausg. Examen des critères techniques de sûreté du combustible nucléaire
    Keywords: Nuclear fuels Safety measures ; Nuclear industry Safety measures ; Nuclear Energy ; Kernbrennstoff ; Kernreaktorsicherheit
    Abstract: Nuclear reactor safety is primarily concerned with the prevention of radiation-related damage to the public from the operation of commercial nuclear reactors; safety limits are introduced to avoid fuel failures during normal operation, or to mitigate the consequences of reactor accidents in which substantial damage is done to the reactor core. In this report, brief descriptions of 20 fuel-related safety criteria are presented along with both the rationale for having such criteria and possible new design and operational issues which could have an effect on them. No attempt was made to categorise the criteria according to event type or risk significance.
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  • 5
    Online Resource
    Online Resource
    Paris : OECD Publishing and Nuclear Energy Agency
    ISBN: 9789264296060
    Language: French
    Pages: Online-Ressource (80 p.) , ill.
    Parallel Title: Druckausg.
    Parallel Title: Parallelausg. Nuclear Fuel Safety Criteria Technical Review
    Keywords: Nuclear Energy ; Kernbrennstoff ; Kernreaktorsicherheit
    Abstract: La sûreté des réacteurs nucléaires concerne au premier chef la prévention des dommages qui pourraient résulter de l'exposition du public aux rayonnements liés à l'exploitation des réacteurs nucléaires de type industriel. L'introduction de limites de sûreté vise à éviter des défaillances du combustible en cours d’exploitation normale ou à atténuer les conséquences d'accidents de réacteur au cours desquels des dommages substantiels pourraient être causés au coeur du réacteur. On trouvera dans le présent rapport de brèves descriptions de 20 critères de sûreté liés au combustible, ainsi qu'un exposé de leur raison d’être et des questions éventuelles liées aux nouveaux concepts et à leur exploitation, qui pourraient avoir une incidence sur ces critères. On n’a pas cherché à classer les critères en fonction d’un type d’événement ou de l’importance du risque. Le présent rapport s’adresse en particulier aux ingénieurs nucléaires travaillant sur la sûreté du combustible ainsi qu'à toute personne intéressée par les aspects généraux de la sûreté nucléaire.
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  • 6
    Online Resource
    Online Resource
    Paris : OECD Publishing
    ISBN: 9789264295834
    Language: French
    Pages: Online-Ressource (180 p.) , ill.
    Parallel Title: Druckausg.
    Parallel Title: Parallelausg. The Development Dimensions of Trade
    Keywords: Development ; Trade ; Welthandel ; Wirtschaftsentwicklung
    Abstract: Les cycles successifs de négociations visant à libéraliser les échanges ont débouché sur la mise en place d'un système commercial multilatéral et de mécanismes destinés à protéger les intérêts des nations commerçantes. Cela a entraîné la croissance pour les nations qui ont reconnu l'importance de l'ouverture et qui se sont dotées d'un cadre d'action national venant compléter les possibilités offertes par la libéralisation des échanges. Comment certains pays en développement ont-ils réussi à tourner la mondialisation à leur avantage ? Quelles sont les questions commerciales à résoudre si l'on veut promouvoir plus largement le développement ? Comment le système commercial multilatéral peut-il faciliter le processus de développement ? Cette publication analyse en profondeur la « dimension développement » des échanges et s'attache tout particulièrement à l'intégration des pays non membres de l'OCDE dans l'économie mondiale.
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  • 7
    Online Resource
    Online Resource
    Paris : OECD Publishing
    ISBN: 9789264188570
    Language: English
    Pages: Online-Ressource (80 p.) , ill.
    Parallel Title: Druckausg.
    Parallel Title: Parallelausg. Tests génétiques ; Les enjeux du nouveau millénaire
    Parallel Title: Parallelausg. Tests génétiques : Les enjeux du nouveau millénaire
    Keywords: Social Issues/Migration/Health ; Science and Technology ; Genanalyse
    Abstract: Genetic tests are being developed at an impressive rate and a significant number has already reached the market. Substantial involvement of the private sector has led to unprecedented growth in commercial genetic testing services and in trade of such services. This trend is expected to increase as knowledge gained from the mapping of the human genome and of single nucleotide polymorphisms (SNPs) is applied to the identification of disease-causing genes and of inherited differences in drug response. The potential socio-economic and ethical impacts are staggering. This report provides a state-of-the art review of advances in genetic testing and of main international policy concerns drawing from the OECD workshop on "Genetic Testing: Policy Issues for the New Millennium", held in Vienna on 23-25 February 2000.
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  • 8
    Online Resource
    Online Resource
    Paris : OECD Publishing
    ISBN: 9789264189713
    Language: English
    Pages: Online-Ressource (148 p.) , ill.
    Parallel Title: Druckausg.
    Parallel Title: Parallelausg. Les villes et les régions dans la nouvelle économie apprenante
    DDC: 338.926
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    Keywords: Economic development Effect of education on ; Case studies ; Information society ; Education ; Urban, Rural and Regional Development ; Fallstudiensammlung ; Wirtschaftswachstum ; Regionalentwicklung ; Wissensproduktion ; Bildungsplanung ; Europäische Union ; Regionalentwicklung ; Innovation ; Bildung ; Organisatorisches Lernen
    Abstract: Is there a "new learning economy"? Do regions and cities play new roles in terms of governance and intervention in order to promote learning, innovation, productivity and economic performance at the local level? Such questions are high on the political agenda everywhere. This publication, which views the debate from the perspective of a regional learning economy, clearly answers in the affirmative. Of central importance is the idea that learning regions and cities, which are especially well attuned to the requirements of the new learning economy, may be fostered through the development of appropriate strategies of public governance and intervention. The relationships between various forms of learning and economic performance at the regional level are analysed and provide strong evidence of the importance of individual and firm-level organisational learning for regions’ economic performance. Case studies of five regions and cities indicate that social capital affects both individual and organisational learning.
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  • 9
    Online Resource
    Online Resource
    Paris : OECD Publishing and European Conference of Ministers of Transport
    ISBN: 9789282113271
    Language: English
    Pages: Online-Ressource (76 p.) , ill.
    Parallel Title: Druckausg.
    Parallel Title: Parallelausg. Le transport maritime à courte distance en Europe
    DDC: 380
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    Keywords: Transport ; Europa ; Küstenschifffahrt
    Abstract: For some years now, short sea shipping (SSS) has benefited from a number of government initiatives aimed at promoting its development. The aim has been to promote a more balanced modal split in transport in Europe while also reducing the impact of transport on the environment, ensuring greater European cohesion and promoting a sustainable transport system. Up to now, SSS has aroused interest at policy level mainly as an alternative to road transport, the predominant mode in Europe. Yet, is SSS only an alternative to road transport? Can it be seen as a separate component of an integrated transport network in its own right? This book shows what role SSS can play in the context of modal complementarity and what challenges European policy makers will be presented with.
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  • 10
    Online Resource
    Online Resource
    Paris : OECD Publishing
    Language: French
    Series Statement: Etudes de politique fiscale de l'OCDE 3
    Parallel Title: Parallelausg. Taxing Insurance Companies
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  • 11
    Online Resource
    Online Resource
    Paris : OECD Publishing and European Conference of Ministers of Transport
    ISBN: 9789282122884
    Language: French
    Pages: Online-Ressource
    Edition: Edition 2000
    Series Statement: 47
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  • 12
    Online Resource
    Online Resource
    Paris : OECD Publishing
    ISBN: 9789264195622
    Language: English
    Pages: Online-Ressource (84 p.) , ill.
    Series Statement: OECD Tax Policy Studies no.5
    Parallel Title: Druckausg.
    Parallel Title: Parallelausg. Ratios fiscaux ; Une étude critique
    Parallel Title: Parallelausg. Ratios fiscaux : Une étude critique
    DDC: 336.2/91
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    Keywords: Taxation ; Steuerquote
    Abstract: Tax ratios derived using aggregate data - also known as implicit tax rates - have attracted increased attention from policymakers and analysts as a possible approach to measuring average effective tax rates on labour, capital, households, corporations and consumption. This study reports on conceptual and practical difficulties encountered in the measurement of average tax rates using aggregate data (e.g., National Accounts and Revenue Statistics). To examine the robustness of previous studies on tax ratios, the existing indicators are re-calculated for an expanded sample of countries and over an extended time period, and the results are compared with those derived under an alternative suggested methodology. The work finds that most tax ratios reported in the literature suffer from a number of flaws, and highlights measurement problems that are much broader than discussed in the literature. The identification of substantial shortcomings with these measures is useful, given the interest in their use for policy purposes. The message of this study is that policymakers should be aware of the measurement problems underlying average tax rates based on aggregate data, should they be fielded to shape public policy debates.
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  • 13
    Online Resource
    Online Resource
    Paris : OECD Publishing and European Conference of Ministers of Transport
    ISBN: 9789282112878
    Language: English
    Pages: Online-Ressource (72 p.) , ill.
    Parallel Title: Druckausg.
    Parallel Title: Parallelausg. Aspects économiques de l'accessibilité des taxis
    Keywords: Transport ; Taxiunternehmen ; Angebot
    Abstract: Taxi transport is a vital part of the modern transport system providing door-to-door services around the clock. In line with trends in other forms of transport, taxis too need to improve their accessibility for older and disabled people. This report is a result of dialogue between governments and the taxi profession and includes data from 14 countries on national taxi services, looking at the structure of the taxi trade, the use of taxis by disabled and older people and cost implications of accessible taxis. This report sets out a range of actions to be taken by governments and the taxi profession so that this mode of transport can, in a profitable way, provide accessible affordable transport for all.
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  • 14
    Online Resource
    Online Resource
    Paris : OECD Publishing and European Conference of Ministers of Transport
    Language: French
    Series Statement: Tables Rondes CEMT 116
    Parallel Title: Parallelausg. Transport of Waste Products
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  • 15
    Online Resource
    Online Resource
    Paris : OECD Publishing
    ISBN: 9789264296114
    Language: French
    Pages: Online-Ressource
    Edition: Edition 2001
    Keywords: Auslandsschulden
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  • 16
    Online Resource
    Online Resource
    Paris : OECD Publishing
    Language: French
    Series Statement: Examens des performances environnementales
    Parallel Title: Parallelausg. OECD Environmental Performance Reviews: Iceland 2001
    Keywords: Island ; Umweltpolitik
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  • 17
    ISBN: 9789264194892
    Language: English
    Pages: Online-Ressource (73 p.) , ill.
    Series Statement: OECD Reviews of Foreign Direct Investment
    Parallel Title: Parallelausg. Examens de l'OCDE sur l'investissement direct étranger ; Lituanie 2001
    Parallel Title: Parallelausg. Examens de l'OCDE sur l'investissement direct étranger : Lituanie 2001
    Keywords: Finance and Investment ; Lithuania
    Abstract: OECD's review of Lithuania foreign direct investment policies. It finds that since regaining its independence in 1990, Lithuania has undergone a remarkable economic transformation. By the end of 2000, this process had been greatly stimulated by the inflow of some US$2.3 billion in foreign direct investment. FDI has contributed to green-field investment, mergers and acquisitions, as well as the privatisation of state-owned-enterprises. Creating favourable conditions for FDI has been a core element of Lithuania’s economic strategy, and relatively few restrictions to FDI now remain. FDI has also been encouraged by the prospect of EU membership, as well as Lithuania's accession to the World Trade Organisation on 31 May 2001. Among the remaining challenges are an early completion of privatisations, pursuance of liberalisation, and foreign competition for trade and investment. Top priority is being given to solving implementation problems resulting from the revamping of the old regulatory regime. On 26 July 2001, Lithuania became eligible for adherence to the OECD Declaration on International Investment and Multinational Enterprises. This will help to consolidate Lithuania's achievements and expand its economic relations with OECD countries and other adherents to the Declaration.
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  • 18
    ISBN: 9789264294752
    Language: French
    Pages: Online-Ressource (84 p.) , ill.
    Series Statement: Lignes directrices du CAD
    Parallel Title: Parallelausg. Strengthening Trade Capacity for Development
    Keywords: Development ; Trade
    Abstract: Les pays en voie de développement souhaitent aussi prendre part au processus de mondialisation. Néanmoins, la complexité croissante des marchés mondiaux, les nouveaux défis des échanges multilatéraux et les pressions concurrentes entre les accords régionaux, bilatéraux et multilatéraux, présentent pour eux des défis de plus en plus nombreux sur le plan de la compétitivité et des mesures à prendre. De plus, il arrive souvent qu'ils ne disposent ni des capacités institutionnelles, ni des ressources humaines nécessaires pour atteindre ces objectifs. Ces Lignes directrices du CAD sur le commerce et le développement se fondent sur un consensus international. Elles précisent comment la communauté internationale pourrait collaborer plus efficacement avec ces pays, afin de les aider à améliorer leurs capacités commerciales et à participer plus activement aux processus internationaux établissant les règles et les mécanismes institutionnels qui façonnent le système mondial des échanges. Elles permettent aussi aux milieux commerciaux et financiers, ainsi qu’aux donneurs d’aide, de s’appuyer sur une référence commune en plaçant le renforcement des capacités commerciales dans le cadre de démarches globales pour le développement et la réduction de la pauvreté.
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  • 19
    ISBN: 9789264069909
    Language: English
    Pages: Online-Ressource (11 p)
    Series Statement: OECD Guidelines for the Testing of Chemicals, Section 1
    Parallel Title: Parallelausg. Essai n 121; Estimation du coefficient d'adsorption (Koc) sur le sol et les boues d'épuration par chromatographie en phase liquide à haute performance (CLHP)
    Parallel Title: Parallelausg. Essai n 121: Estimation du coefficient d'adsorption (Koc) sur le sol et les boues d'épuration par chromatographie en phase liquide à haute performance (CLHP)
    Keywords: Environment
    Abstract: This Test Guideline describes an experimental method using HPLC for the estimation of the adsorption coefficient Koc in soil and in sewage sludge. The adsorption coefficient is defined as the ratio between the concentration of the substance in the soil/sludge and the concentration of the substance in the aqueous phase at adsorption equilibrium. The test substance is injected in the column packed with cyanopropyl solid phase containing lipophilic and polar moieties. As a result of partitioning between mobile and stationary phases the test substance is retarded. The retention time tR is determined in duplicate. The HPLC dead time t0 may be determined by two methods: the determination by means of a homologous series and the determination by inert substances which are not retained by the column. If the actual results show that the log Koc of the test substance is outside the calibration range the test should be repeated using different, more appropriate reference substances.
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  • 20
    Online Resource
    Online Resource
    Paris : OECD Publishing
    ISBN: 9789264195684
    Language: English
    Pages: Online-Ressource (167 p.) , ill.
    Series Statement: OECD Territorial Reviews
    Parallel Title: Parallelausg. Examens territoriaux de l'OCDE ; Corée 2001
    Parallel Title: Parallelausg. Examens territoriaux de l'OCDE : Corée 2001
    Keywords: Urban, Rural and Regional Development ; Korea, Republic of
    Abstract: OECD's territorial review of Korea. It finds that deep societal changes against the backdrop of rapid economic growth have characterised Korea in the Post-War period. Most notably, the tripling of its population has induced significant territorial transformations. Despite the effort to promote balanced regional growth, Korea is still characterised by substantial geographical polarisation. An economically dominant Capital region lodges more than 45 per cent of the country’s population, producing nearly half of its GDP. Over the past decade, policy makers have developed a comprehensive spatial perspective, they have put in place policies tackling the use of land, infrastructure and problems in lagging regions, and they have significantly restructured territorial governance. However, further action may help fully exploit the on-going efforts. Cross-sectoral co-ordination is weak and better correspondence between the overall spatial vision and financial support to individual public projects seems appropriate. Territorial governance remains centrally oriented with the result that limited local autonomy may hinder regional innovation directed to sustainable economic growth. The focus on large firms may fail in exploiting the considerable contribution of SMEs to regional development.
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  • 21
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    Online Resource
    Paris : OECD Publishing
    ISBN: 9789264195721
    Language: English
    Pages: Online-Ressource (220 p.) , ill.
    Series Statement: OECD Environmental Performance Reviews
    Parallel Title: Parallelausg. Examens environnementaux de l'OCDE ; Portugal 2001
    Parallel Title: Parallelausg.: Examens environnementaux de l'OCDE: Portugal 2001
    Keywords: Environment ; Portugal
    Abstract: This review of Portugal's environmental conditions and policies evaluates progress in reducing the pollution burden, improving natural resource management, integrating environmental and economic policies, and strengthening international co-operation. The analyses presented are supported by a broad range of economic and environmental data.
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  • 22
    ISBN: 9264193154
    Language: English
    Pages: Online-Ressource
    Series Statement: Nuclear regulation
    Series Statement: SourceOECD
    Parallel Title: Druckausg. u.d.T. Investing in trust
    Keywords: Konferenzschrift 2000 ; Kernenergiepolitik ; Politische Entscheidung ; Öffentlichkeit
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  • 23
    ISBN: 9789264193536
    Language: English
    Pages: Online-Ressource (248 p.) , ill.
    Series Statement: Radioactive Waste Management
    Keywords: Nuclear Energy
    Abstract: Analysis of the long-term safety of radioactive waste repositories, using performance assessment and other tools, is required prior to implementation. The initial stage in developing a repository safety assessment is the identification of all factors that may be relevant to the long-term safety of the repository and their combination to form scenarios. This must be done in a systematic and transparent way in order to assure the regulatory authorities that nothing important has been forgotten. This report is a review of developments in scenario methodologies based on a large body of practical experience in safety assessments. It will be of interest to radioactive waste management experts as well as to other specialists involved in the development of scenario methodologies.
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  • 24
    ISBN: 9789264193352
    Language: English
    Pages: Online-Ressource (300 p.)
    Series Statement: OECD Reviews of Regulatory Reform
    Parallel Title: Parallelausg. Examens de l'OCDE de la réforme de la réglementation ; La réforme de la réglementation en Irlande 2001
    Parallel Title: Parallelausg. Examens de l'OCDE de la réforme de la réglementation : La réforme de la réglementation en Irlande 2001
    Keywords: Governance ; Ireland
    Abstract: OECD's 2001 review of regulatory reform in Ireland. It finds that regulatory reform in Ireland began later than in many countries, but is now moving ahead on a broad front. Following Ireland’s remarkable economic performance in the 1990s, regulatory reform is helping to manage the consequences of fast growth and to sustain growth into the future. Reform is opening up important infrastructure and policy bottlenecks to further growth, promoting efficiency improvements that can help manage inflation, and establishing a more competitive and flexible economy that can innovate, adapt and prosper as the sources of its current prosperity change. Yet the reform agenda is still long. Bottlenecks in physical infrastructure are constraining growth, as are labour shortages, and public sector capacities. Weak competition in key sectors is a risk to future performance. While recognising the substantial progress made in recent years, this report calls for a more coherent and determined approach to regulatory reform. This review presents an integrated assessment of regulatory reform in framework areas such as the quality of the public sector, competition policy and enforcement, and market openness. It also contains chapters on sectors such as telecommunications, electricity, gas, pharmacies and legal services, and an assessment of the macroeconomic context for reform. The policy recommendations present a balanced plan of action for both short and longer term based on best international regulatory practices.
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  • 25
    ISBN: 9789264194786
    Language: English
    Pages: Online-Ressource (160 p.)
    Series Statement: The DAC Guidelines
    Parallel Title: Parallelausg. Prévenir les conflits violents ; quels moyens d'action? ; Partie I; Prévenir les conflits violents; orientations à l'intention des partenaires extérieurs - Partie II; Les conflits, la paix et la coopération pour le développement à l'aube du 21ème siècle
    Parallel Title: Parallelausg. Prévenir les conflits violents : quels moyens d'action? : Partie I: Prévenir les conflits violents: orientations à l'intention des partenaires extérieurs - Partie II: Les conflits, la paix et la coopération pour le développement à l'aube du 21ème siècle
    Keywords: Social Issues/Migration/Health ; Development
    Abstract: These Guidelines provide ways for donor governments to honour their commitment to conflict prevention as an integral part of the quest to reduce poverty. They cover key issues such as: security, development and dealing with small arms; regional co-operation; peace processes, justice and reconciliation; engaging in partnerships for peace; working with business; and grappling with the political economy of war - situations where powerful groups acquire a vested interest in sparking or perpetuating violent conflict. They identify concrete opportunities for donor assistance in support of peace that include: democratisation; inter-community relations; education and cross-cultural training; human rights training; freedom and access to information; the reintegration of uprooted populations; the demobilisation of former combatants; landmine clearing; and the restoration of a capacity for economic management. This full set of guidance on conflict prevention to date from the Development Assistance Committee (DAC) includes the 2001 Supplement and the ground-breaking 1997 Guidelines. This work marks a reaffirmation of the international community’s commitment to work together across government systems to improve their analyses of violent conflicts and establish more coherent policies. “… We are promoting the consideration of conflict prevention in development assistance strategies with a view to achieving quicker and better co-ordinated assistance strategies – including the Heavily Indebted Poor Countries (HPIC) initiative – and ensuring a smooth transition from relief to post-conflict development. A significant example of such consideration is the April 2001 OECD/DAC Supplement to the 1997 Guidelines on Conflict, Peace and Development Co-operation.” – Excerpt from the Conclusions of the G-8 Foreign Ministers’ meeting, July 2001.
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  • 26
    ISBN: 9264192662
    Language: English
    Pages: Online-Ressource
    Series Statement: Private Pensions Series no.3
    Series Statement: SourceOECD
    Series Statement: Private pensions series
    Parallel Title: Druckausg. u.d.T. OECD 2000 Private Pensions Conference
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    Keywords: Konferenzschrift 2000 ; Rentenreform ; Internationaler Vergleich
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  • 27
    ISBN: 9789264192676
    Language: English
    Pages: Online-Ressource (402 p.) , ill.
    Series Statement: OECD Reviews of Regulatory Reform
    Parallel Title: Parallelausg. Examens de l'OCDE de la réforme de la réglementation ; La réforme de la réglementation en Italie 2001
    Parallel Title: Parallelausg. Examens de l'OCDE de la réforme de la réglementation : La réforme de la réglementation en Italie 2001
    Keywords: Governance ; Italy
    Abstract: OECD's 2001 review of regulatory reform in Italy. It finds that starting later than many countries, Italy devoted the 1990s to "catching up" with the leading OECD countries in economic and governance reforms. The scope, speed and consistency of structural reforms by multiple governments were remarkable. Accumulated rigidities and practices of decades were re-assessed, and many rejected. Awareness of the excessive role of the state in the economy led to broad policy and institutional changes in favour of transparency, public sector efficiency, and market competition. By 1999, Italy’s privatisation programme was among the largest in the OECD. Reform of Italy’s regulatory state is a formidable task, but early results, such as reduced red tape and stronger accountability of the public service, are appearing. Yet, enhancing the growth potential of the Italian economy -- following years of comparatively slow growth, relatively high inflation, low foreign direct investment, and a declining market share in world trade -- justifies faster and deeper regulatory reform to address the substantial reform agenda still outstanding. Long-standing income gaps between north and south could be narrowed by revitalised domestic markets. Better regulatory practices are particularly needed at regional and local levels, whose decisions increasingly decide Italy’s future. This review presents an integrated assessment of regulatory reform in framework areas such as the quality of the public sector, competition policy and enforcement, and market openness. It also contains chapters on sectors such as telecommunications, electricity, and railways, and an assessment of the macroeconomic context for reform. The policy recommendations present a balanced plan of action for both short and longer term based on best international regulatory practices.
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  • 28
    ISBN: 9789264194755
    Language: English
    Pages: Online-Ressource (76 p.) , ill.
    Series Statement: The DAC Guidelines
    Parallel Title: Parallelausg. Renforcer les capacités commerciales au service du développement
    Keywords: Development ; Trade
    Abstract: Developing countries want to join in the globalisation process. However, the increasing complexity of global markets, the new challenges of the multilateral trading system and the competing demands of regional, bilateral and multilateral trade agreements confront developing countries with an expanding array of competitiveness and policy challenges. And, in many cases, they lack the institutional and human resource capacity to meet these challenges. The DAC Guidelines on Strengthening Trade Capacity for Development have been prepared on the basis of an emerging international consensus and understanding of how the international community can work together more effectively. They intend to help developing countries enhance their capacity to trade and participate more effectively in the international rule-making and institutional mechanisms that shape the global trading system. They also provide a common reference point for the trade, aid and finance communities, putting trade capacity building in the context of comprehensive approaches to development and poverty reduction.
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  • 29
    ISBN: 9264193170
    Language: English
    Pages: Online-Ressource
    Series Statement: Policy Issues in Insurance no.3
    Series Statement: SourceOECD
    Series Statement: Policy issues in insurance
    Parallel Title: Druckausg. u.d.T. Insurance regulation, liberalisation and financial convergence
    Keywords: Aufsatzsammlung ; Versicherungsmarkt ; Liberalisierung ; Versicherungsaufsicht
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  • 30
    ISBN: 9789264065796
    Language: Slovak
    Pages: Online-Ressource
    Parallel Title: Parallelausg. OECD;N Neuvoston suositus ohjeiksi kuluttajansuojasta sähköisessä kaupankäynnissä
    Parallel Title: Parallelausg. Guidelines for Consumer Protection in the Context of Electronic Commerce
    Parallel Title: Parallelausg. Richtlijnen ter bescherming van consumenten in het kader van de Elektronische handel
    Parallel Title: Parallelausg. OECD retningslinjer for forbrukervern ved elektronisk handel
    Parallel Title: Parallelausg. Guidelines for Consumer Protection in the Context of Electronic Commerce (Polish version)
    Parallel Title: Parallelausg. Recomendação do conselho relativa às linhas directrizes que regem A protecção dos consumidores no contexto do comércio electrónico
    Parallel Title: Parallelausg. Guidelines for Consumer Protection in the Context of Electronic Commerce (Swedish version)
    Parallel Title: Parallelausg. Retningslinier for forbrugerbeskyttelse i forbindelse med elektronisk handel
    Parallel Title: Parallelausg. Leitlinien für den Verbraucherschutz im Zusammenhang mit dem elektronischen Geschäftsverkehrs
    Parallel Title: Parallelausg. Recomendación del consejo de la ocde relativa a los lineamientos para la protección al consumidor en el contexto del comercio electrónico
    Parallel Title: Parallelausg. Guidelines for Consumer Protection in the Context of Electronic Commerce (Hungarian version)
    Parallel Title: Parallelausg. Linee Guida per la tutela dei consumatori nel contesto del Commercio Elettronico
    Parallel Title: Parallelausg. Guidelines for Consumer Protection in the Context of Electronic Commerce (japanese version)
    Parallel Title: Parallelausg. Guidelines for Consumer Protection in the Context of Electronic Commerce (Korean version)
    Parallel Title: Parallelausg. OECD:N Neuvoston suositus ohjeiksi kuluttajansuojasta sähköisessä kaupankäynnissä
    Keywords: Governance ; Science and Technology
    Abstract: The Guidelines for Consumer Protection in the Context of Electronic Commerce are designed to help ensure that consumers are no less protected when shopping on line than they are when they buy from their local store or order from a catalogue. By setting out the core characteristics of effective consumer protection for online business-to-consumer transactions, the Guidelines are intended to help eliminate some of the uncertainties that both consumers and businesses encounter when buying and selling on line. The Guidelines reflect existing legal protections available to consumers in more traditional forms of commerce. Their aim is to encourage: - fair business, advertising and marketing practices; - clear information about an online business’s identity, the goods or services it offers and the terms and conditions of any transaction; - a transparent process for the confirmation of transactions; - secure payment mechanisms; - fair, timely and affordable dispute resolution and redress; - privacy protection; and - consumer and business education.
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    ISBN: 9789264033825
    Language: English
    Pages: Online-Ressource (272 p)
    Keywords: Development
    Abstract: Evaluation is a key tool in improving the quality and effectiveness of development co-operation. The Development Assistance Committee (DAC) Working Party in Aid Evaluation is the only international forum where bilateral and multilateral evaluation experts meet regularly. Its Members meet to improve evaluation practice and to learn lessons from development co-operation activities and experiences. A series "Evaluation and Aid Effectiveness" was launched to share selected pieces of work with a broader public. This publication provides a unique overview of approaches and methods for country programme evaluation. It contains i) an analytical review of the workshop's main findings; ii) an overview of the state-of-the-art approaches and methodologies used for country programme evaluations; and iii) the case studies, which were presented and discussed at the workshop.
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  • 32
    ISBN: 9789264189966
    Language: English
    Pages: Online-Ressource (185 p.) , ill.
    Series Statement: Reviews of National Policies for Education
    Parallel Title: Parallelausg. Examens des politiques nationales d'éducation ; Estonie 2001
    Parallel Title: Parallelausg. Examens des politiques nationales d'éducation : Estonie 2001
    Keywords: Education ; Estonia
    Abstract: OECD's 2001 review of Estonia's education system. Reform of education, training and human resource development is an integral part of the transition to a democratic society and market economy. This report finds that Estonia has made progress in all these areas since reform began in 1990. The challenge for the Ministry of Education has been to promote and support changes that meet the needs of the new economy and society as well as the interests of all young people and adults, in the face of a shortage of financial and human resources. This book first gives a brief overview of regional issues and a history of education in Estonia and describes the development of education in the country since the political changes. It then presents an analysis of the entire education system and identifies key directions for the reinforcement of the reforms in light of the challenges encountered by officials, communities, enterprises, educators, parents and students under very dynamic conditions. It concludes with a set of key recommendations of goals of education, learning effectiveness, outcomes and the curriculum, management and governance for flexibility, responsiveness and change, and resources and financing.
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    Language: English
    Pages: 30 p. , 21 x 29.7cm
    Series Statement: OECD Working Papers on International Investment no.2001/01
    Keywords: Finance and Investment
    Abstract: Voluntary initiatives in the area of corporate responsibility have been among the major trends in international business in recent years. Business surveys show that most large OECD-based multinational enterprises have participated in this trend in one way or another. These initiatives involve, first, the issuance of codes of corporate conduct setting forth commitments in such areas as labour relations, environmental management, human rights, consumer protection, disclosure and fighting corruption. These codes are often backed up by management systems that help firms respect their commitments in their dayto- day operations. More recent developments include work on management, reporting and auditing standards and of the emergence of supporting institutions (e.g. professional societies, consulting and auditing services). This paper analyses the results of a fact-finding project on business approaches to corporate responsibility ...
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  • 34
    ISBN: 9789264034938
    Language: English
    Pages: Online-Ressource (118 p)
    Keywords: Development
    Abstract: Evaluation is a key tool in improving the quality and effectiveness of development co-operation. The Development Assistance Committee (DAC) Working Party in Aid Evaluation is the only international forum where bilateral and multilateral evaluation experts meet regularly. Its Members meet to improve evaluation practice and to learn lessons from development co-operation activities and experiences. A series "Evaluation and Aid Effectiveness" was launched to share selected pieces of work with a broader public. This publication is composed of two parts: The Workshop Report, based on the fore-mentioned meeting, highlights the various issues raised, topics of discussion and different feedback systems, and outlines the areas identified by participants as most relevant for improving evaluation feedback. The Background Synthesis Report, intended as a starting point for discussion at the workshop, outlines the main concerns and challenges facing evaluation feedback and the means to address these. The report is based on an analysis of questionnaire results, and a review of previous initiatives in this area. The print version of the above report is available free of charge from the Development Co-operation Directorate; please send an email to dac.contactoecd.org to get a copy.
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  • 35
    Language: English
    Pages: 165 p. , 21 x 29.7cm
    Series Statement: Sigma Papers no.32
    Keywords: Governance
    Abstract: All Member States of the EU and countries from Central and Eastern Europe use agencies of various shapes and sizes as part of their system of public administration. The legal forms vary widely from country to country depending on the legal tradition and the system of administration. Public agencies, if properly designed and managed, provide an opportunity for decentralising public administration, achieving greater transparency in government operations, and improving the efficiency and effectiveness with which government services are delivered to end users. Agencies can thus be used for economically and socially beneficial reasons, and indeed are sometimes employed as a stepping stone to more radical options, e.g. the privatisation of government services. However, agencies can also be misused for purposes that contravene the tenets of good governance and sound financial management. They can be a source of inefficiency, unregulated and covert expenditures, political favouritism and corruption. This paper originated in a request from the Ministry of Finance of the Czech Republic for SIGMA advice in developing new legal provisions for the financial management of public agencies. However, this subject cannot be addressed without avoiding the broader context. This paper has expanded well beyond the scope of the original mandate. It highlights the practice and experience of five EU Member States with very different legal systems and administrative structures. It focuses on issues relating to the financial management of public agencies but also discusses, in less detail, other issues concerning legal structures and governance. No single good practice "model" exists in this complex field. International best practice is still evolving. Moreover, we recommend a cautious approach by countries that are tempted to transpose elements of the agency models applied in countries such as New Zealand, Sweden and the United Kingdom. Would-be reformers should consider whether the legal and administrative structures are comparable, and the necessary systems of regulation, control and open reporting are in place and can be enforced. Whilst avoiding simplistic solutions, the paper includes recommendations that policy makers in Central and Eastern Europe should take into account before embarking on major reforms in this area.
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  • 36
    ISBN: 9789264189447
    Language: English
    Pages: Online-Ressource (236 p.) , ill.
    Series Statement: OECD Environmental Performance Reviews
    Parallel Title: Parallelausg. Examens environnementaux de l'OCDE ; Allemagne 2001
    Parallel Title: Parallelausg. OECD Umweltprüfberichte; Deutschland 2001
    Parallel Title: Parallelausg. Examens environnementaux de l'OCDE : Allemagne 2001
    Parallel Title: Parallelausg. OECD Umweltprüfberichte: Deutschland 2001
    Keywords: Environment ; Germany
    Abstract: This review of Germany's environmental conditions and policies evaluates progress in reducing the pollution burden, improving natural resource management, integrating environmental and economic policies, and strengthening international co-operation. The analyses presented are supported by a broad range of economic and environmental data.
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    Language: English
    Pages: 2 p. , 21 x 29.7cm
    Series Statement: PEB Exchange, Programme on Educational Building no.2001/06
    Parallel Title: Parallelausg. Vivre comme étudiants : Bologne 2000
    Keywords: Education
    Abstract: In November 2000, the City of Bologna, Italy, welcomed a conference entitled “Living as Students”. The event was part of the European Capital of Culture project which examined the major role Bologna has played and continues to play as a university city. It also looked at the role of cities that host major universities, in and outside of Europe, as centres for the development and dissemination of culture and advanced professional training. In parallel with the conference, an international competition on student housing was organised
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    ISBN: 9789264192126
    Language: English
    Pages: Online-Ressource (184 p.) , ill.
    Parallel Title: Druckausg.
    Keywords: Agriculture and Food ; Environment ; Urban, Rural and Regional Development
    Abstract: Economic valuation is widely used in OECD countries as a way of assessing the (usually monetary) value of goods that have no markets. In the rural context, valuation methods are used to argue for or against projects and policy choices in areas as diverse as agricultural support policies, local economic development, land use and biodiversity assessment.This volume reviews a range of different valuation methodologies -- stated preferences, cost-benefit, revealed preferences, and others -- and looks at how these different approaches influence choices in rural policy. Its aim is to assess whether some set of international guidelines or standards could be used to reduce the subjectivity of the evidentiary information.
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    ISBN: 9789264192393
    Language: English
    Pages: Online-Ressource (48 p.) , ill.
    Parallel Title: Druckausg.
    Parallel Title: Parallelausg. Les perspectives commerciales entre le Nigeria et ses voisins
    Keywords: Urban, Rural and Regional Development ; Development ; Trade ; Nigeria
    Abstract: Economic integration in West Africa is a major political objective for all the States in the region and is supported by the main economic players in the region. The weight of Nigeria -- which accounts for 50% of the regional economy -- the many constraints to formal trade, linguistic barriers, these all raise as many hopes as fears among the economic players in neighbouring countries with respect to their future relations with this powerful neighbour. Prospects for Trade between Nigeria and its Neighbours, a study undertaken by the Laboratoire d’Analyse Regional et d’Expertise Sociale (LARES) in Cotonou, commissioned by the Club du Sahel, examines the issues. It describes the still largely informal trade in the region, analysing constraints to its growth and some possible future developments. Presented as a series of concise, well documented "fact sheets", this study will be of interest to those in both public and private spheres who believe that regional trade development is a necessary response to globalisation. Prospects for Trade between Nigeria and its Neighbours has formed the basis of a workshop organised by the Club du Sahel and the West African Enterprise Network for English and French entrepreneurs in December 2000 in Cotonou, Benin.
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  • 40
    ISBN: 9789264192607
    Language: English
    Pages: Online-Ressource (504 p.) , ill.
    Parallel Title: Druckausg.
    DDC: 336.39
    Keywords: Governance ; Osteuropa ; Öffentliche Ausgaben
    Abstract: Managing Public Expenditure presents a comprehensive and in-depth analysis of all aspects of public expenditure management from the preparation of the budget to the execution, control and audit stages. The book will be of general interest but is focused particularly on the needs of countries in transition, especially those in Central and Eastern Europe that seek to become members of the European Union. The book provides practical, operational information and guidance on all areas of public expenditure management, e.g. legal and institutional frameworks, preparation of the budget, implementation, cash management, performance management, accounting, financial information and reporting systems, internal control and internal audit, and external audit. Each part of the book ends with key points and directions for reform. The detailed questionnaire will help practitioners to identify the strong and weak elements in their budget systems so that they can take necessary remedial action. Managing Public Expenditure ends with a comprehensive glossary, bibliography and index. Richard Allen is an economist and spent most of his career at HM Treasury (the British Ministry of Finance), working mainly in the areas of fiscal policy, EU affairs, public expenditure management and international finance. He has also served as a diplomat in Washington DC and as a board member of the European Investment Bank. He was head of the budget and resource allocation team of the SIGMA Programme and is now adviser on governance at the Asian Development Bank. Daniel Tommasi is a Paris-based consultant in the the areas of fiscal policy, public expenditure management and macroeconomic management. He is an adviser to governments and a consultant for international organisations, including the World Bank, the Asian Development Bank, the United Nations Development Programme, and the European Union's Phare and Tacis Programmes. He has worked for over 25 years in some 30 countries in Central and Eastern Europe, the Middle East, Asia, the Pacific and Africa.
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  • 41
    ISBN: 9789282112830
    Language: English
    Pages: Online-Ressource (136 p.)
    Series Statement: ECMT Round Tables no.115
    Parallel Title: Druckausg.
    Parallel Title: Parallelausg. Le transport routier de marchandises pour compte propre en Europe
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    Keywords: Transport ; Europa ; Straßengüterverkehr
    Abstract: Road freight transport for own account represents a major share of inland transport in Europe and, depending on the country concerned, accounts for two to five times the tonnage carried by rail. Despite its importance, however, own account transport tends to be overlooked since it is not regarded as a logistics activity, whereas it is, in fact, a vital transport function that is changing radically as firms increasingly outsource their distribution activities to commercial hauliers. The scale of road freight transport for own account, the impact of regulatory changes and the future of the sector are the themes addressed in the introductory reports and the experts’ discussions outlined in this publication.
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    ISBN: 9789264193062
    Language: English
    Pages: Online-Ressource (112 p.) , ill.
    Parallel Title: Druckausg.
    Parallel Title: Parallelausg. Responsabilité des entreprises ; Initiatives privées et objectifs publics
    DDC: 658.4/08
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    Keywords: Governance ; Industry and Services
    Abstract: Private initiatives for corporate responsibility have been a major development in international management over the last twenty years. The initiatives include issuance of codes of business conduct, implementation of management systems and broader efforts to improve business accountability. Yet, there is little agreement about what these initiatives mean or how effective they are. OECD research on private initiatives sheds light on various aspects of the corporate responsibility movement: what are firms and business associations doing? How have governments influenced the initiatives? What contributions, if any, have these initiatives made to improving the business sector’s ability to comply with law and regulation and to respond to broader societal expectations?
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  • 43
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    ISBN: 9789264195752
    Language: English
    Pages: Online-Ressource (272 p.)
    Parallel Title: Druckausg.
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    Keywords: Governance ; Social Issues/Migration/Health ; Urban, Rural and Regional Development ; Konferenzschrift 2000 ; Dezentralisation ; Globalisierung ; Internationalisierung ; Governance
    Abstract: This book sets out a vision of devolved economic development policies capable of responding to the challenges of globalisation. The key features in this vision are flexible and networked institutions and local strategies emphasising entrepreneurship, human capital and social cohesion. Based on the proceedings of the OECD-Scottish Enterprise Glasgow conference, this publication examines how city and region governments and development agencies need to use their devolved powers to respond to globalisation. Trends and challenges are discussed and examples drawn from across the OECD. They address how cities and regions can develop strategies to assure their competitiveness in the globalising economy and how they can help counteract the negative effects of globalisation on marginalised people and places. Devolution is more than just a transfer of power, it is also a new spirit of co-operation and networking between different levels of government and their civil society partners. Brought together at the level of cities and regions, they can apply some promising development tools, for example for strengthening enterprise clusters, promoting training for a knowledge economy and regenerating distressed areas.
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  • 44
    ISBN: 9789264193239
    Language: English
    Pages: Online-Ressource (272 p.) , ill.
    Parallel Title: Druckausg.
    Keywords: Finance and Investment ; Industry and Services
    Abstract: The first OECD Conference on Women Entrepreneurs in SMEs in 1997 highlighted their contribution to innovation and job creation. Since that time, women’s entrepreneurship has been burgeoning. Women entrepreneurs constitute a growing share of SME owners, with higher than average start-up rates in several OECD Member and non-member countries. Eliminating obstacles to the creation and development of firms by women and creating a level playing field for women business owners is vital for a thriving entrepreneurial sector and important for national growth strategies. Women business owners are creating new niches for entrepreneurial activity and have the potential to become key players in the new, knowledge-based economy. However, they must adapt to profound changes in the way small enterprises do business, both locally and at the global level. The 2000 Conference aimed at finding ways to help women-owned SMEs seize the opportunities offered by globalisation, ICTs, changes in firm organisation, the increasing importance of the service sector, and other current developments. Cette publication est tirée de la conférence de l'OCDE sur « Les femmes entrepreneurs à la tête de PME : pour une participation dynamique à la mondialisation et à l'économie fondée sur le savoir ». Les lecteurs de langue française y trouveront une synthèse en français des présentations, discussions et conclusions de la conférence.
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  • 45
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    ISBN: 9789264293212
    Language: French
    Pages: Online-Ressource (184 p.) , ill.
    Series Statement: Examens territoriaux de l'OCDE
    Parallel Title: Druckausg.
    Parallel Title: Parallelausg. OECD Territorial Reviews; The Valencian Central Districts, Spain 2001
    Keywords: Urban, Rural and Regional Development ; Spain
    Abstract: Les Districts Centraux de Valence sont composés de 155 municipalités qui appartiennent à deux provinces différentes de la région de Valence ; ils sont spécialisés dans le textile, le jouet, et les services liés au tourisme. Jusqu'à présent ces activités ont été fortement compétitives en dépit de la petite taille des entreprises, de leur spécialisation dans ce qu’il est convenu d’appeler "les industries matures", de la taille relativement petite des villes où elles se concentrent et de l'absence d’infrastructures appropriées. Cependant, la mondialisation rend incertain l'avenir de cette zone. Au moment où les services aux entreprises contribuent de plus en plus au succès des industries de biens, les structures de petite taille qui caractérisent les Districts Centraux de Valence pourront-elles rester compétitives ? Et devraient-elles trouver de nouvelles formes de partenariats pour accroître leur capacité à investir ? L’objectif de cet examen territorial est de fournir des recommandations politiques pratiques sur la façon dont cette zone peut répondre à ces nouveaux défis en développant ses atouts potentiels. L’examen territorial des Districts centraux de Valence fait partie d'un programme plus vaste d’examens territoriaux, au niveaux national et régional, menés par le Comité des Politiques de Développement Territorial de l’OCDE. L’objectif général de ces séries est de fournir des recommandations pratiques aux gouvernements. Les examens régionaux portent sur trois types de régions (urbain, intermédiaire, rural). Ils contribuent à enrichir la base d'informations disponibles sur les défis auxquels sont confrontées ces régions et les solutions pour y faire face.
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  • 46
    ISBN: 9789264192911
    Language: English
    Pages: Online-Ressource (200 p.) , ill.
    Parallel Title: Druckausg.
    Parallel Title: Parallelausg. Le nouveau visage de la mondialisation industrielle ; Fusions-acquisitions et alliances stratégiques transnationales
    DDC: 330
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    Keywords: Industry and Services ; Industrie ; Globalisierung ; Internationales Management
    Abstract: New patterns of globalisation are accelerating the internationalisation of industry and reshaping industrial structure at the global level. Rapidly growing cross-border mergers and acquisitions (M&As) and strategic alliances are distinctive features of globalisation in the current era. They have become common paths to internationalising business operations, research and markets, together with traditional forms of trade and investment. An overwhelming share of foreign direct investment (FDI) is now in the form of M&As rather than greenfield investment, as firms shelve earlier diversification and expansion strategies and focus on core competencies. Strategic alliances are also a powerful mechanism for industrial restructuring on a global basis. This book presents the latest trends and drivers of globalisation in major OECD countries and their implications for industrial performance and government policies. It analyses regional as well as sectoral trends, including in telecommunications, automobiles, steel, pharmaceuticals, airlines and financial services. Growing alliances for business-to-business (B2B) and business-to-consumer (B2C) electronic commerce, and globalisation of small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are assessed. A Statistical Annex presents data through 2000.
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  • 47
    ISBN: 9789264193468
    Language: English
    Pages: Online-Ressource (128 p.)
    Series Statement: Cutting Red Tape
    Parallel Title: Druckausg.
    Parallel Title: Parallelausg. La paperasserie vue par les entreprises ; Les charges administratives et règlementaires des petites et moyennes entreprises
    DDC: 338.5
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    Keywords: Governance ; Industry and Services ; Klein- und Mittelbetrieb ; Regulierung
    Abstract: Businesses’ Views on Red Tape provides the first opportunity to systematically compare data across 11 OECD countries. The data show how small and medium-sized enterprises perceive national administrative and regulatory costs. Regulations and government formalities, so-called "red tape", are important tools used by governments to carry out public policies in many policy areas, including safety, health, and environmental protection. However, if they are poorly designed or applied, inefficient, or outdated, they can impede innovation, entry, investment, and create unnecessary barriers to trade, investment, and economic efficiency. The result of poor regulation and formalities is that national economies become less able to grow, compete, adjust, and create jobs. Based on a survey of almost 8 000 businesses, this report assesses the quality, application and burdens of employment, environment and tax regulations and formalities. The results are dramatic: for example, red tape accounts for 4% of the annual turnover of companies, while the hardest hit are the smallest companies, and these costs are growing in most countries.
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  • 48
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    ISBN: 9789264193659
    Language: English
    Pages: Online-Ressource (100 p.) , ill.
    Parallel Title: Druckausg.
    Parallel Title: Parallelausg. Les taxes liées à l'environnement dans les pays de l'OCDE ; Problèmes et stratégies
    DDC: 336.2/783337/09177
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    Keywords: Environment ; Taxation ; OECD ; Mitgliedsstaaten ; Umweltsteuer
    Abstract: It is now widely recognised that a greater use of market based instruments is a key element of effective and economically efficient environmental policies, and an important framework condition for sustainable development. Hence, over the last decade, economic instruments have been playing a growing role in environmental policies of OECD countries. In this context, a distinctive feature is the increasing role of environmentally related taxes. All countries have introduced environmental taxes to a varying extent, and an increasing number of countries are implementing comprehensive green-tax reforms, while others are contemplating doing so. This report analyses current use of environmentally related taxes in OECD Member countries. Focus is given to their environmental effectiveness. The report identifies obstacles to a broader use of such taxes -- in particular the fear of loss of sectoral competitiveness -- and ways to overcome such problems.
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    ISBN: 9789264295506
    Language: French
    Pages: Online-Ressource (232 p.) , ill.
    Series Statement: Examens territoriaux de l'OCDE
    Parallel Title: Druckausg.
    Parallel Title: Parallelausg. OECD Territorial Reviews; Hungary 2001
    Keywords: Governance ; Urban, Rural and Regional Development ; Hungary
    Abstract: Après une période de déclin, l’économie hongroise connaît maintenant une croissance satisfaisante. Mais les bienfaits et les coûts de la transition n’ont pas été distribués de manière uniforme dans le pays. Ce rapport met en lumière les disparités persistantes entre l’Est et l’Ouest, la capitale et la périphérie et entre les zones urbaines et rurales. Il analyse de nombreuses questions d’ordre économique, spatial ou social, par exemple les priorités en matière de transport, le regroupement des forces vives dans les régions, la coopération transfrontière, les liens entre les investissements étrangers et les activités endogènes ou la décentralisation des politiques sociales. L’examen met l’accent sur la nécessité de bien articuler les politiques territoriales nationales avec celles de l’Union européenne. Il recommande de rationaliser le système institutionnel et de renforcer les niveaux infranationaux. L’Examen territorial de la Hongrie est intégré dans un programme plus large d’examens territoriaux nationaux et régionaux entrepris par le Comité des Politiques de Développement Territorial de l’OCDE. L’objectif de cette série d’examens territoriaux est de fournir aux gouvernements des conseils pratiques pour leurs politiques.
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    ISBN: 9789264195851
    Language: English
    Pages: Online-Ressource (138 p.) , ill.
    Parallel Title: Druckausg.
    Parallel Title: Parallelausg. Vieillissement et transports ; Concilier mobilité et sécurité
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    Keywords: Social Issues/Migration/Health ; Transport
    Abstract: Do older road users pose a safety risk to others? Is mandatory testing effective in determining the driving competence of older drivers? Are OECD Member countries prepared to meet the safety and mobility needs of the baby boom generation in the 21st century? This report on the mobility needs and safety problems of ageing populations dispels many of the myths and misperceptions commonly held regarding elderly road users, and offers policy and research recommendations to provide for their safe, lifelong mobility.
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    ISBN: 9789264295735
    Language: French
    Pages: Online-Ressource (224 p.) , ill.
    Series Statement: Examens environnementaux de l'OCDE
    Parallel Title: Druckausg.
    Parallel Title: Parallelausg. OECD Environmental Performance Reviews; Norway 2001
    Keywords: Environment ; Norway
    Abstract: Ce rapport consacré à la Norvège évalue les progrès accomplis ou à faire dans la réduction de la charge polluante, la gestion des ressources naturelles, l'intégration des politiques économique et environnementale et le renforcement de la coopération internationale. Les analyses s'appuient sur un large ensemble de données économiques et environnementales.
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    ISBN: 9789264195868
    Language: English
    Pages: Online-Ressource (176 p.) , ill.
    Parallel Title: Druckausg.
    Parallel Title: Parallelausg. L'apprentissage tout au long de la vie ; aspects économiques et financiers
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    Keywords: Education ; Employment ; Humankapital ; Lebenslanges Lernen ; Bildungsfinanzierung
    Abstract: Learning is an essential basis for progress in the 'knowledge society'; it is critical for economic growth and social welfare. OECD Member countries have committed themselves to making lifelong learning a reality for all. But the resources required to meet that goal are potentially large and countries differ in their capacity to generate them. Can OECD Member countries rise to this challenge? This report seeks to provide some answers by identifying and examining the economic and financial issues that arise in implementing the goal, and the strategies that the public and private sectors are pursuing to achieve it. It deals with issues such as individual learning accounts, recognition of non-formal learning, and measures to raise rates of return to lifelong learning. The report is intended to provide a basis for continued in-depth discussion by public authorities and the social partners. It aims to inspire future actions that ensure that lifelong learning serves as a sustainable and equitable strategy for human development.
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  • 53
    ISBN: 9789264189393
    Language: English
    Pages: Online-Ressource (336 p.) , ill.
    Series Statement: Radioactive Waste Management
    Parallel Title: Druckausg. Confidence in models of radionuclide transport for site-specific assessments
    Keywords: Nuclear Energy ; Mexico ; United States ; Radionuklid ; Ausbreitung ; Geosphäre
    Abstract: GEOTRAP is the OECD/NEA Project on Radionuclide Migration in Geologic, Heterogeneous Media carried out in the context of site evaluation and safety assessment of deep repository systems for long-lived radioactive waste.Performance assessment of proposed waste disposal sites requires models of radionuclide transport through the geosphere. To be used in repository planning and development, these models must have the confidence of both national waste management programmes and the wider scientific community. The fourth GEOTRAP workshop, "Confidence in Models of Radionuclide Transport for Site-specific Performance Assessment" held in June 1999, addressed the issue of technical confidence building and provided an overview of current developments in this field. Proposed approaches to confidence building and approaches that have already proven successful were presented and discussed. In addition to the material presented during the workshop, this publication includes a technical synthesis reflecting the discussions that took place as well as the conclusions and recommendations made, notably during the working group sessions.
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  • 54
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    Paris : OECD Publishing
    ISBN: 9789264193178
    Language: English
    Pages: Online-Ressource (332 p.)
    Series Statement: Policy Issues in Insurance no.3
    Keywords: Finance and Investment
    Abstract: This publication provides an in-depth analysis of the main features of insurance regulation and supervision in OECD countries, as well as of two major trends in insurance markets and regulation: liberalisation and financial convergence. It responds to major concerns of economic, political and social actors in the insurance market and will constitute a unique reference work for regulatory and supervisory authorities in emerging economies as well as in OECD countries.
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  • 55
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    Paris : OECD Publishing
    ISBN: 9789264195875
    Language: English
    Pages: Online-Ressource (80 p.) , ill.
    Parallel Title: Druckausg.
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    Keywords: Computers Economic aspects ; Brazil ; Economic development Effect of education on ; Education Economic aspects ; Brazil ; Telecommunication Economic aspects ; Brazil ; Development ; Science and Technology ; Brasilien ; Bildungspolitik ; Wirtschaftsentwicklung ; Einkommensentwicklung ; Wissenserwerb
    Abstract: This book looks at Brazil’s recent experience in using knowledge for development. It examines the major barriers confronting the country in its transition towards a knowledge-based economy, and presents elements of a viable strategy which would allow it to step confidently into the future. However, while Brazil has tremendous strengths and the ability to take immense strides forward in the medium term, there are formidable challenges which need to be faced. The country continues to be plagued by a number of weaknesses, hampering its potential for economic, technological and social development. The report argues that Brazil needs to put in place a more comprehensive policy framework for the broad diffusion of knowledge.The Brazilian innovation system and the productivity of research need to be strengthened, while the policy frameworks which are key for disseminating the outcomes of research throughout society as a whole need reinforcing. These reforms should be carried out in such a way that they help build effective links to industrial activity and lead to the creation of marketable products.
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  • 56
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    Paris : OECD Publishing
    ISBN: 9789264189997
    Language: English
    Pages: Online-Ressource (160 p.)
    Parallel Title: Druckausg.
    Keywords: Information technology Economic aspects ; Australia ; Congresses ; Information technology Economic aspects ; OECD countries ; Congresses ; Service industries Technological innovations ; Australia ; Congresses ; Service industries Technological innovations ; OECD countries ; Congresses ; Industry and Services ; Konferenzschrift 2000 ; Dienstleistungssektor ; Innovationsmanagement ; Dienstleistungssektor ; Innovationsmanagement
    Abstract: Services are the driving force in OECD economies, accounting for at least 70% of GNP in many countries. However, their potential contribution is hampered by government policies that were designed for manufacturing industries. This report shows that policies can be adapted to stimulate innovation and boost productivity in service sectors, with economy-wide benefits for employment and growth. Crucial in this regard are policies aimed at promoting the development of human capital/resources and stimulating competition in services within and between countries. Further regulatory reform is essential to achieve these goals. Governments must explore ways to strengthen the interface between innovative services and traditional industry sectors.
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  • 57
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    Paris : OECD Publishing
    ISBN: 9789264295896
    Language: French
    Pages: Online-Ressource
    Edition: Edition 2001
    Keywords: Internationale Migration
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  • 58
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    Paris : OECD Publishing and European Conference of Ministers of Transport
    ISBN: 9789264193642
    Language: English
    Pages: Online-Ressource (132 p.) , ill.
    Parallel Title: Druckausg.
    Parallel Title: Parallelausg. Réduire les émissions des véhicules
    DDC: 363.7384
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    Keywords: Environment ; Transport ; Kraftfahrzeug ; Emission ; Reduktion
    Abstract: This report reviews vehicle emissions standards in Europe, Japan and the United States, providing the reader with valuable comparisons. It also examines incentives for sulphur free fuels - which can contribute to reducing both conventional air emissions and carbon dioxide. It describes emissions control technologies and the impact of emissions on health and the environment and assesses the adequacy of emissions limits for new passenger cars and heavy duty diesel engines.
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  • 59
    ISBN: 9789264033832
    Language: English
    Pages: Online-Ressource (40 p)
    Parallel Title: Parallelausg. L'évaluation et l'efficacité de l'aide n 4 ; Pratiques efficaces pour mener une évaluation conjointe associant plusieurs donneurs
    Parallel Title: Parallelausg. L'évaluation et l'efficacité de l'aide n 4 : Pratiques efficaces pour mener une évaluation conjointe associant plusieurs donneurs
    Keywords: Development
    Abstract: Evaluation is a key tool in improving the quality and effectiveness of development co-operation. The Development Assistance Committee (DAC) Working Party in Aid Evaluation is the only international forum where bilateral and multilateral evaluation experts meet regularly. Its Members meet to improve evaluation practice and to learn lessons from development co-operation activities and experiences. A series "Evaluation and Aid Effectiveness" was launched to share selected pieces of work with a broader public. Joint multi-donor evaluations provide opportunities but also create challenges. The collaborative nature of such evaluations requires special attention and handling. This guide sets out the key steps to be taken when planning and implementing multi-donor evaluations. It draws upon experiences encountered in various types of multi-donor evaluations, some of which were conducted by the DAC Working Party on Aid Evaluation, while others were joint evaluations of multilateral agencies such as UNICEF, or more recently the European Commission's aid programmes and UNCDF. Insights have also been gained through joint evaluations by the Nordic countries. A print version of the above report is available free of charge from the Development Co-operation Directorate; please send an email to dac.contactoecd.org to get a copy.
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  • 60
    ISBN: 9789264280878
    Language: French
    Pages: Online-Ressource (64 p.)
    Parallel Title: Parallelausg. System of National Accounts, 1993 - Glossary
    Keywords: Economics
    Abstract: Ce glossaire du Système de comptabilité nationale 1993, est publié conjointement par la Division des statistiques de l'organisation des Nations unies, le Fonds monétaire international, la Banque mondiale, Eurostat et l'OCDE. Il fournit un cadre détaillé pour la production des statistiques des comptes nationaux et est destiné à un usage mondial. Cependant, en raison de la nature détaillée du SCN, il est souvent difficile d'identifier les définitions précises des termes généralement utilisés dans le domaine de la comptabilité nationale. Pour y remédier, l'OCDE a produit ce glossaire qui fournit une référence rapide aux termes communément employés dans les comptes nationaux.
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  • 61
    ISBN: 9789264065734
    Language: Finnish
    Pages: Online-Ressource
    Parallel Title: Parallelausg. Guidelines for Consumer Protection in the Context of Electronic Commerce
    Parallel Title: Parallelausg. OECD retningslinjer for forbrukervern ved elektronisk handel
    Parallel Title: Parallelausg. Guidelines for Consumer Protection in the Context of Electronic Commerce (Polish version)
    Parallel Title: Parallelausg. Recomendação do conselho relativa às linhas directrizes que regem A protecção dos consumidores no contexto do comércio electrónico
    Parallel Title: Parallelausg. Guidelines for Consumer Protection in the Context of Electronic Commerce (Slovak version)
    Parallel Title: Parallelausg. Guidelines for Consumer Protection in the Context of Electronic Commerce (Swedish version)
    Parallel Title: Parallelausg. Retningslinier for forbrugerbeskyttelse i forbindelse med elektronisk handel
    Parallel Title: Parallelausg. Leitlinien für den Verbraucherschutz im Zusammenhang mit dem elektronischen Geschäftsverkehrs
    Parallel Title: Parallelausg. Recomendación del consejo de la ocde relativa a los lineamientos para la protección al consumidor en el contexto del comercio electrónico
    Parallel Title: Parallelausg. Guidelines for Consumer Protection in the Context of Electronic Commerce (Hungarian version)
    Parallel Title: Parallelausg. Linee Guida per la tutela dei consumatori nel contesto del Commercio Elettronico
    Parallel Title: Parallelausg. Guidelines for Consumer Protection in the Context of Electronic Commerce (japanese version)
    Parallel Title: Parallelausg. Guidelines for Consumer Protection in the Context of Electronic Commerce (Korean version)
    Parallel Title: Parallelausg. Richtlijnen ter bescherming van consumenten in het kader van de Elektronische handel
    Keywords: Governance ; Science and Technology
    Abstract: The Guidelines for Consumer Protection in the Context of Electronic Commerce are designed to help ensure that consumers are no less protected when shopping on line than they are when they buy from their local store or order from a catalogue. By setting out the core characteristics of effective consumer protection for online business-to-consumer transactions, the Guidelines are intended to help eliminate some of the uncertainties that both consumers and businesses encounter when buying and selling on line. The Guidelines reflect existing legal protections available to consumers in more traditional forms of commerce. Their aim is to encourage: - fair business, advertising and marketing practices; - clear information about an online business’s identity, the goods or services it offers and the terms and conditions of any transaction; - a transparent process for the confirmation of transactions; - secure payment mechanisms; - fair, timely and affordable dispute resolution and redress; - privacy protection; and - consumer and business education.
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  • 62
    ISBN: 9789264064683
    Language: Spanish
    Pages: Online-Ressource (174 p)
    Keywords: Urban, Rural and Regional Development
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  • 63
    ISBN: 9789264070875
    Language: French
    Pages: Online-Ressource (15 p.)
    Series Statement: Lignes directrices de l'OCDE pour les essais de produits chimiques, Section 4
    Parallel Title: Parallelausg. Test No. 416; Two-Generation Reproduction Toxicity
    Parallel Title: Parallelausg. Test No. 416: Two-Generation Reproduction Toxicity
    Keywords: Environment
    Abstract: Cette Ligne directrice pour la reproduction sur deux générations est conçue pour fournir des informations générales concernant les effets d'une substance d'essai sur l'intégrité et la performance des systèmes reproducteurs mâle et femelle, et sur la croissance et le développement de la progéniture. La substance d’essai est administrée quotidiennement par dose graduée à plusieurs groupes de mâles et de femelles. Les mâles et les femelles (de 5-6 semaines) de la génération parentale doivent être dosés durant la croissance, l’accouplement, la gravidité et jusqu’au sevrage de la progéniture de la première génération. L'administration de la substance continue avec la progéniture de première génération pendant leur croissance jusqu’à l'âge adulte, l'accouplement et la production d'une deuxième génération (jusqu'au sevrage). Le rat est l’espèce préférée pour l’essai. Chaque groupe d’essai et de contrôle doit contenir un nombre suffisant d’animaux pour fournir de préférence, au moins 20 femelles gravides à terme ou presque. Au moins trois niveaux de dose et un contrôle concourant seront employés. Il est recommandé que la substance d'essai soit administrée oralement (par alimentation, eau potable ou gavage). Un essai limite peut être effectué si aucun effet n’est attendu à une dose de 1000 mg/kg poids corporel/j. Les résultats de l’étude comportent des mesures (poids, paramètres du sperme, du cycle ovarien et de la progéniture) et des observations cliniques quotidiennes, de même qu’une autopsie générale et de l’histopathologie. Les résultats de cette étude de toxicité de reproduction sur deux générations sont évalués en termes d'effets observés comprenant l'autopsie et les résultats microscopiques. Une étude de toxicité pour la reproduction correctement effectuée fournit une évaluation satisfaisante d'un niveau de sans effet et une compréhension des effets nuisibles sur la reproduction, la parturition, la lactation, le développement postnatal comprenant la croissance et le développement sexuel.
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  • 64
    ISBN: 9789264292284
    Language: French
    Pages: Online-Ressource (550 p.)
    Series Statement: Les systèmes de financement des crédits à l'exportation dans les pays membres et les économies non membres de l'OCDE
    Keywords: Trade
    Abstract: Les financements sont indispensables au commerce international. Aussi les organismes de crédit à l'exportation bénéficiant d'un soutien public jouent-ils un rôle crucial en accordant, assurant et garantissant ces financements. Cette publication offre une description détaillée des systèmes de crédit à l'exportation bénéficiant d'un soutien public en vigueur dans les pays de l’OCDE et dans certaines économies non membres. A l’échelle internationale, la majorité écrasante des crédits à l'exportation bénéficiant d'un soutien public est assurée par le biais de ces systèmes. Cette publication contient également la dernière version de l'Arrangement relatif aux lignes directrices pour les crédits à l'exportation bénéficiant d'un soutien public (le seul accord international à régir l'octroi de crédits à l'exportation bénéficiant d'un soutien public) et le texte de l'accord complémentaire qui prévoit des conditions souples pour les opérations de financement de projets. Les règles de l'Arrangement portent notamment sur le soutien financier public, le délai maximum de remboursement, la prime minimum de risque et l'aide relative aux échanges pour les projets, les biens et les services bénéficiant de crédits à l'exportation d'une durée minimum de deux ans. En outre, cette publication présente pour la première fois des informations sur les travaux importants entrepris par le Groupe de travail de l'OCDE sur les crédits et garanties de crédit à l'exportation. Ces études concernent notamment les liens entre les crédits à l'exportation bénéficiant d'un soutien public et les préoccupations plus larges des gouvernements et de la société civile des pays Membres, qu’il s’agisse de problèmes environnementaux, d’efforts pour combattre la corruption ou du caractère soutenable de la dette des pays pauvres très endettés.
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  • 65
    ISBN: 9789264282476
    Language: French
    Pages: Online-Ressource (236 p.)
    Parallel Title: Parallelausg. The Creative Society of the 21st Century
    Parallel Title: Parallelausg. Die kreative Gesellschaft des 21. Jahrhunderts
    Keywords: Social Issues/Migration/Health ; Science and Technology ; Economics
    Abstract: Comment exploiter la diversité sociale croissante pour rendre les sociétés de demain plus créatives ? Trois forces puissantes contribuent simultanément à modeler les fondements de la société future : cette diversité sociale accrue, le profond bouleversement des systèmes économiques sous-jacents et la rapidité de l’intégration à l’échelle mondiale. La question est de savoir si ces trois forces pourront ou non se conjuguer de manière constructive et mener au progrès social, ou bien s’il faut envisager un autre scénario ouvrant des perspectives plus sombres.La diversité croissante, dont on ne peut que se féliciter, signifie-t-elle que nous nous orientons vers un creusement des inégalités entre les populations de la planète ? L’accès au nouveau savoir et aux technologies avancées, et l’usage que l’on peut en faire permettront-ils d’atténuer les différences ou vont-ils, au contraire, les accentuer ? Quelles mesures les décideurs peuvent-ils prendre pour veiller à ce que la différenciation croissante au sein d’une même société et entre les sociétés favorise le développement de la créativité au lieu de susciter des tensions ?Cet ouvrage pose sur l’évolution du monde actuel quelques questions délicates. Il fait le point sur les occasions que les pouvoirs publics doivent impérativement saisir s’ils veulent jeter les bases d’une société durable pour le XXIe siècle.
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  • 66
    ISBN: 9789264070431
    Language: French
    Pages: Online-Ressource (53 p)
    Series Statement: Lignes directrices de l'OCDE pour les essais de produits chimiques, Section 3
    Parallel Title: Parallelausg. Test No. 303; Simulation Test - Aerobic Sewage Treatment -- A; Activated Sludge Units; B; Biofilms
    Parallel Title: Parallelausg. Test No. 303: Simulation Test - Aerobic Sewage Treatment -- A: Activated Sludge Units; B: Biofilms
    Keywords: Environment
    Abstract: Cette Ligne directrice décrit deux essais de simulations utilisés dans le traitement aérobie des eaux usées. Les Unités de traitement par boues activées sont conçues pour déterminer l'élimination et la biodégradation primaire et/ou finale des composés organiques hydrosolubles par les micro-organismes aérobies dans un système d'essai à fonctionnement continu et simulant l’action des boues activées. Deux unités d'essai à fonctionnement continu tournent en parallèle dans des conditions identiques. Normalement le temps de rétention hydraulique moyen est de 6 h et l'âge moyen des boues est de 6 à 10 jours. Les boues sont épuisées par une de deux méthodes. La substance d'essai est normalement ajoutée à une concentration comprise entre 10 mg/l et de 20 mg/l de carbone organique dissous (COD), aux eaux à traiter d'une seule des unités. La deuxième unité est employée comme contrôle. Le COD, de préférence, ou la demande chimique en oxygène (DCO), ainsi que la concentration de la substance d'essai sont déterminés par analyse spécifique conduite sur des échantillons d'effluent prélevés dans l'unité recevant la substance d'essai. Pour les Biofilms, des eaux usées synthétiques ou domestiques et la substance d'essai, sont appliqués, séparément ou ensemble, sur la surface interne d’un tube incliné en rotation lente. Une couche de micro-organismes recouvre sur la surface interne. Les effluents du tube sont collectés et décantés et/ou filtrés avant l'analyse du COD et/ou de la substance d'essai par une méthode spécifique. Les unités témoins tournent en parallèle dans les mêmes conditions. On compare la concentration du COD/DCO dans les eaux à traiter attribuable à la substance d'essai et dans les unités de contrôle, afin de déterminer les quantités de substance d’essai éliminées. Cette différence est comparée à la concentration de la substance d'essai ajoutée pour calculer l'élimination de la substance d'essai. La biodégradation peut normalement être distinguée de la bioadsorption par l'examen soigneux de la courbe d'élimination en fonction du temps.
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  • 67
    ISBN: 9789264069916
    Language: French
    Pages: Online-Ressource (11 p)
    Series Statement: Lignes directrices de l'OCDE pour les essais de produits chimiques, Section 1
    Parallel Title: Parallelausg. Test No. 121; Estimation of the Adsorption Coefficient (Koc ) on Soil and on Sewage Sludge using High Performance Liquid Chromatography (HPLC)
    Parallel Title: Parallelausg. Test No. 121: Estimation of the Adsorption Coefficient (Koc ) on Soil and on Sewage Sludge using High Performance Liquid Chromatography (HPLC)
    Keywords: Environment
    Abstract: Cette Ligne directrice décrit une méthode expérimentale utilisant la chromatographie en phase liquide à haute performance (CLHP) pour l'évaluation du coefficient Koc d'adsorption dans le sol et la boue d'épuration. Le coefficient d'adsorption est défini comme le rapport entre la concentration de la substance dans le sol ou la boue et sa concentration dans la phase aqueuse à l'équilibre d'adsorption. La substance d'essai est injectée dans la colonne, garnie d’une phase solide de cyanopropyle et contenant des radicaux lipophiles et polaires. La substance d'essai est retardée en raison de sa répartition entre la phase mobile et celle stationnaire. Le temps de rétention tR est déterminé deux fois. Le temps de rétention nul de la CLHP t0 peut être déterminé par deux méthodes : la détermination au moyen de séries homologues et la détermination par les substances inertes qui ne sont pas retenues sur la colonne. Si les résultats expériementaux montrent que le log Koc de la substance d'essai est en dehors de la gamme de calibrage, l'essai est répété en utilisant des substances de référence plus appropriées.
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  • 68
    ISBN: 9789264294769
    Language: French
    Pages: Online-Ressource (92 p.) , ill.
    Series Statement: Lignes directrices du CAD
    Parallel Title: Parallelausg. Strategies for Sustainable Development
    Keywords: Environment ; Development
    Abstract: Cet ouvrage fournit des orientations concrètes pour l’adoption de bonnes pratiques en matière d’élaboration et de mise en œuvre de stratégies de développement durable. S’il vise avant tout à faciliter l’action engagée dans les pays en développement, nombre des problèmes qu’il aborde et des conseils qu’il formule n’en valent pas moins également pour les pays développés. Cet ouvrage s’appuie sur l’expérience accumulée depuis une vingtaine d’années dans les pays développés et en développement. Elle est étayée par les enseignements issus d’une série de consultations tenues auprès de multiples acteurs, en Bolivie, au Burkina-Faso, au Ghana, en Namibie, au Népal, au Pakistan, en Tanzanie et en Thaïlande et qui ont permis de recueillir le point de vue des intéressés eux-mêmes sur les stratégies nationales de développement durable. Ces lignes directrices visent à éclairer les organismes de coopération pour le développement dans leurs efforts pour aider les pays en développement à instaurer un développement durable. Elles devraient également se révéler utiles pour les décideurs, les planificateurs et les praticiens du développement, de même que pour les universitaires, étudiants et chercheurs de tous les pays qui s’intéressent aux questions de développement.
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  • 69
    ISBN: 9789264034990
    Language: French
    Pages: Online-Ressource
    Parallel Title: Parallelausg. Improving the Environmental Performance of Agriculture; Policy options and market approaches
    Parallel Title: Parallelausg. Improving the Environmental Performance of Agriculture: Policy options and market approaches
    Keywords: Agriculture and Food ; Environment
    Abstract: L’agriculture a des effets considérables sur l’environnement, notamment sur l’utilisation des terres, la qualité des sols et de l’eau, la diversité biologique et les paysages. Ces effets constituent une préoccupation publique croissante dans les pays de l’OCDE. Le défi est celui de donner des moyens à l’agriculture pour produire efficacement et de manière rentable des aliments sains et en quantité suffisante pour satisfaire une demande mondiale croissante sans pour autant dégrader l’environnement et les ressources naturelles. Les politiques agricoles octroient souvent des niveaux importants de soutien lié à la production qui ont accru la production de produits agricoles mais les résultats en matière d’environnement ont été inégaux. La réforme des politiques agricoles et la libéralisation des échanges ont commencé à modifier les signaux transmis aux producteurs agricoles et à induire des changements dans les techniques de production qui contribueront à améliorer les effets bénéfiques de l’agriculture sur l’environnement et à réduire les effets néfastes. Malgré quelque amélioration des performances environnementales de l’agriculture au cours de la dernière décennie, il y a encore beaucoup de possibilités d’amélioration et il convient de faire davantage encore. Selon quels principes les mesures de politique doivent-elles être établies ? Qui doit payer ou être payé pour garantir la qualité de l’environnement ? Quand des approches par le marché doivent-elles être mobilisées pour faire payer et rémunérer la qualité environnementale ? Et quand des actions des pouvoirs publiques sont-elles nécessaires ? Ce rapport met en lumière ces questions et propose des critères et des lignes directrices pour mieux concevoir, mettre en œuvre, suivre et évaluer les mesures de politique visant à traiter des problèmes environnementaux liés à l’agriculture.
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  • 70
    ISBN: 9789264184527
    Language: English
    Pages: Online-Ressource (73 p)
    Parallel Title: Parallelausg. Attribution de bénéfices aux établissements stables
    Keywords: Taxation
    Abstract: Currently, there is a lack of consensus amongst OECD Member countries as to how profits should be attributed to a permanent establishment (PE). As a first step in remedying this situation a working hypothesis has been developed as to the preferred approach for attributing profits to the PE. The basis for the working hypothesis is to examine how far the approach of treating the PE as a hypothetical distinct and separate enterprise can be taken and how the guidance in the OECD Transfer Pricing Guidelines could be applied, by analogy, to attribute profits to a PE. This discussion draft contains the results of testing the working hypothesis in general (Part I) and to PEs of banks (Part II). Public comments are invited in order to assist in the development of an OECD consensus on the attribution of profits to a PE.
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  • 71
    ISBN: 9789264034976
    Language: French
    Pages: Online-Ressource (50 p)
    Parallel Title: Parallelausg. Evaluation and Aid Effectiveness No. 1 - Guidance for Evaluating Humanitarian Assistance in Complex Emergencies
    Parallel Title: Parallelausg.: Evaluation and Aid Effectiveness No. 1 - Guidance for Evaluating Humanitarian Assistance in Complex Emergencies
    Keywords: Development
    Abstract: L’évaluation est un outil majeur pour l’amélioration de la qualité et l’efficacité de la coopération pour le développement. Le groupe de travail du Comité d’Aide au Développement (CAD) sur l’évaluation de l’aide constitue le seul forum international où les experts bilatéraux et multilatéraux dans le domaine de l’évaluation se réunissent régulièrement. Ses Membres cherchent à améliorer les pratiques employées et à profiter des leçons pouvant émaner des activités et des expériences dans le domaine de la coopération pour le développement. La série ‘L'évaluation et l'efficacité de l'aide’ a été lancée afin de partager certains travaux avec un public plus large. Ces conseils s’adressent aux personnes qui interviennent lors de la commande, de la conception et de la gestion des évaluations portant sur les programmes d’aide humanitaire principalement au sein des organismes donneurs, mais ils peuvent également être utiles aux institutions des Nations Unies, aux ONG et autres organismes spécialisés dans l’aide humanitaire. Ils n’ont pas la prétention de servir comme base de référence unique car d’autres textes spécialisés existent. Ils visent plutôt à compléter les principes existants du CAD pour l’évaluation de l’aide, mettant l’accent sur les domaines qui méritent une attention toute particulière, la nature des activités entreprises et le réseau multi-acteurs, aux composantes étroitement liées les unes aux autres, par lequel la communauté internationale apporte son assistance humanitaire. La version papier de ce rapport est disponible gratuitement auprès de la Direction de la coopération pour le dévelppement ; pour obtenir un exemplaire, prière d’envoyer un email à: dac.contactoecd.org
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  • 72
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    Paris : OECD Publishing
    ISBN: 9789264189959
    Language: English
    Pages: Online-Ressource (156 p.) , ill.
    Series Statement: OECD Territorial Reviews
    Parallel Title: Parallelausg. Examens territoriaux de l'OCDE ; Teruel, Espagne 2001
    Parallel Title: Parallelausg.: Examens territoriaux de l'OCDE: Teruel, Espagne 2001
    Keywords: Urban, Rural and Regional Development ; Spain
    Abstract: OECD's Territorial Review of the Teruel region of Spain. It finds that the region is a typical, albeit extreme, example of a low density remote area with an economic base facing serious challenges and little more than its own assets to rely on for its economic development. This book focuses mainly on how the area’s substantial natural and cultural resources can make a more important contribution in a forward-looking and integrated development strategy.
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  • 73
    ISBN: 9789264033801
    Language: English
    Pages: Online-Ressource (50 p)
    Parallel Title: Parallelausg. Améliorer les performances environnementales de l'agriculture ; Choix de mesures et approches par le marché
    Parallel Title: Parallelausg. Améliorer les performances environnementales de l'agriculture : Choix de mesures et approches par le marché
    Keywords: Agriculture and Food ; Environment
    Abstract: Agriculture has major impacts on the environment, especially on land use, soil and water quality, biodiversity and landscapes, which is a growing public concern in OECD countries. The challenge is to find ways for agriculture to efficiently and profitably produce sufficient and safe food to meet growing world demand without harming the environment and degrading natural resources. Agricultural policies often provide substantial production-linked support that have boosted farm output, but with mixed results on environmental quality. The reform of agricultural policies and trade liberalisation has started to alter signals to farmers, leading to changes in farm practices, which will contribute to enhancing the beneficial and reducing the harmful environmental impacts of agriculture. Despite some progress in the environmental performance of agriculture over the last decade, there is still much room for improvement and more needs to be done. On which principles should policies be based? Who should pay or be paid for ensuring environmental quality? When could market approaches be harnessed for charging and remunerating environmental quality? And when might policy action be needed? This report sheds light on these questions and provides criteria and guidelines for the better design, implementation, monitoring and evaluation of policies addressing environmental issues in agriculture.
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  • 74
    ISBN: 9264193138
    Language: English
    Pages: Online-Ressource
    Series Statement: Nuclear science
    Series Statement: SourceOECD
    Parallel Title: Druckausg. u.d.T. Meeting on Shielding Aspects of Accelerators, Targets and Irradiation Facilities 〈5, 2000, Paris〉; Proceedings of the Fifth Meeting of the task force on Shielding Aspects of Accelerators, Targets and Irradiation Facilities
    Keywords: Konferenzschrift ; Teilchenbeschleuniger ; Bestrahlungsanlage ; Abschirmung ; Strahlenschutz
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  • 75
    ISBN: 9789264196087
    Language: English
    Pages: Online-Ressource (352 p.) , ill.
    Keywords: Employment ; Social Issues/Migration/Health ; Science and Technology
    Abstract: The international mobility of highly skilled workers, in particular human resources in science and technology (HRST) such as scientists, engineers and IT experts, is currently an important policy issue in the majority of OECD countries. Accompanying the booming demand for skilled labour, especially from the information technology-related industries and professions, there is apparently a growing shortage of such workers in a number of OECD Member countries. In order to meet these shortages, an increasing number of countries are implementing measures to facilitate the recruitment of foreign skilled workers. Considering that improved knowledge and understanding of these issues are necessary for informing the policy agenda, the OECD held a seminar on "International Mobility of Highly Skilled Workers: From Statistical Analysis to the Formulation of Policies", in Paris on 11-12 June 2001. This seminar was organised by the Directorate for Science, Technology and Industry (DSTI) and the Directorate for Education, Employment, Labour and Social Affairs (DEELSA). The seminar targeted three main objectives, which are mirrored in the structure of the book: Provide data on the scale and characteristics of flows and stocks of skilled and highly skilled foreign workers in the OECD Member countries and certain non-member economies: South Africa, China, India, Israel, Russia and Chinese Taipei; to assess the quality of the data available and the concepts used, and to help improve their comparability. Analyse the mobility of skilled workers and HRST and their impact on the economy through case studies covering most of the major regions sending and receiving these workers. Examine appropriate migration policies aimed at facilitating the mobility of skilled workers in ways that are beneficial both to receiving and sending countries.
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  • 76
    ISBN: 9789264192683
    Language: English
    Pages: Online-Ressource (108 p.) , ill.
    Parallel Title: Parallelausg. Développement durable ; Quelles politiques ?
    Parallel Title: Parallelausg. Développement durable : Quelles politiques ?
    Keywords: Environment ; Economics
    Abstract: Sustainable development involves linking the economic, social and environmental objectives of societies in a balanced way. It stresses the importance of taking a broader view of what human welfare entails, of using a long-term perspective about the consequences of today's activities, and of recognising the global nature of many of the most pressing challenges facing societies. OECD countries committed themselves to sustainable development at the 1992 Rio Conference on Environment and Development. However, action to meet these commitments remains slow. This report identifies some of the main barriers -- conceptual and practical -- that stand in the way of progress, and some of the areas where concrete government actions will allow a better integration of environmental, economic and social goals. Particular focus is placed on how the use of the price system, reform of governments' decision-making processes, technology policies, and international trade and investment may each contribute to removing incentives to unsustainable resource depletion and environmental degradation. Recommendations in each of these areas are presented in this Report, and then applied to two areas -- climate change and natural resource management -- where the risks of non-sustainability appear to be highest.
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  • 77
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    ISBN: 9264189807
    Language: English
    Pages: Online-Ressource
    Series Statement: Private Pensions Series no.2
    Series Statement: SourceOECD
    Series Statement: Private pensions series
    Parallel Title: Druckausg. u.d.T. Private pensions systems
    Keywords: Aufsatzsammlung ; OECD ; Rentenversicherung ; Privatversicherung ; Verwaltungskosten
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  • 78
    ISBN: 9789264194762
    Language: English
    Pages: Online-Ressource (80 p.) , ill.
    Series Statement: The DAC Guidelines
    Parallel Title: Parallelausg. Stratégies de développement durable
    Keywords: Environment ; Development
    Abstract: This publication provides policy guidance on good practice in developing and implementing strategies for sustainable development. While it focuses on the experience of developing countries, many of the issues covered and lessons drawn are of equal relevance to developed countries. It draws from international experience over the past two decades in both developed and developing countries as well as from a process of multi-stakeholders dialogue in Bolivia, Burkina-Faso, Ghana, Namibia, Nepal, Pakistan, Tanzania and Thailand, to assess their experience of country-level strategies for sustainable development. The DAC Guidelines on Strategies for Sustainable Development aim to provide guidance for development co-operation agencies in their efforts to assist developing countries towards sustainable development. They should also be of value to policy-makers, planners and development practitioners, as well as to academics, students and development analysts in all countries.
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  • 79
    ISBN: 9789264192928
    Language: English
    Pages: Online-Ressource (220 p.) , ill.
    Keywords: Social Issues/Migration/Health ; Science and Technology ; Economics
    Abstract: Science and technology improves human health but the pressure for faster and larger improvements is building with the continued ageing of the population of many OECD countries and the associated increased demands for health care. A fundamental starting point for better understanding of the impact of innovation on health is the measurement of R&D. This publication addresses this issue by looking in detail at measurement practices across ten OECD member countries as well as the main international sources.
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  • 80
    ISBN: 9789264189515
    Language: English
    Pages: Online-Ressource (120 p.) , ill.
    Parallel Title: Parallelausg. Du bien-être des nations ; Le rôle du capital humain et social
    Parallel Title: Parallelausg. Vom Wohlergehen der Nationen
    Parallel Title: Parallelausg. Du bien-être des nations : Le rôle du capital humain et social
    Keywords: Education ; Employment ; Social Issues/Migration/Health
    Abstract: In a rapidly changing world, the success of nations, communities and individuals may be linked, more than ever before, to how they adapt to change, learn and share knowledge. This report helps clarify the concepts of human and social capital and evaluates their impact on economic growth and well-being. Although the evidence on social capital is less developed, reflecting the novelty of the concept in economic and social science, the report draws on a number of empirical studies which suggest potentially important linkages between human and social capital. The evidence suggests that human and social capital can be of key importance in contributing to a wide range of positive outcomes, including higher income, life satisfaction and social cohesion. Although there is no evidence for systematic "under-investment" in either human or social capital, concerns are expressed about the distribution and quality of each form of capital and how this might impact on future well-being. There is limited scope for public policy to change the quality, stock and distribution of human and social capital in the short-term. However, a number of areas are discussed in which public, private and voluntary actors may leverage long-term improvements in both human and social capital.
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  • 81
    ISBN: 9789264184541
    Language: English
    Pages: Online-Ressource (31 p)
    Keywords: Taxation
    Abstract: Report of the OECD to the 2000 Ministerial Council Meeting on progess in identifying and eliminating harmful tax practices.
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  • 82
    Language: English
    Pages: 55 p. , 21 x 29.7cm
    Series Statement: OECD Digital Economy Papers no.54
    Parallel Title: Parallelausg. Inventaire des lois, politiques et pratiques régissant la protection des consommateurs dans le contexte du commerce électronique
    Keywords: Science and Technology
    Abstract: Consumer laws, policies and practices exist to help build consumers’ trust and confidence by protecting them from unfair or deceptive acts or practices and helping to establish a more balanced relationship between sellers and consumers in commercial transactions. Domestic retail markets offer consumers assurances that their interactions and purchases are covered by national legal and private sector consumer protections. The increase in cross-border transactions and the limited or non-existent face-to-face contact between businesses and consumers brought on by the growth of electronic commerce reinforce the need for a predictable and trustworthy global marketplace.
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  • 83
    ISBN: 9789264194953
    Language: English
    Pages: Online-Ressource (62 p.) , ill.
    Series Statement: OECD Reviews of Foreign Direct Investment
    Parallel Title: Parallelausg. Examens de l'OCDE sur l'investissement direct étranger ; Estonie 2001
    Parallel Title: Parallelausg. Examens de l'OCDE sur l'investissement direct étranger : Estonie 2001
    Keywords: Finance and Investment ; Estonia
    Abstract: OECD's review of foreign direct investment policy in Estonia. It finds that since regaining its independence in 1991, Estonia has undergone a remarkable economic transformation. By the end of 2000, it had received some US$2.65 billion in foreign direct investment (FDI), principally from European countries and the United States, and invested some US$443 million in the other Baltic countries. FDI has financed green-field investment, mergers and acquisitions, as well as the privatisation of state-owned-enterprises. Creating favourable conditions for FDI and openness to foreign trade have been key elements of Estonia’s economic strategy. Estonia has been included in the first wave of accession of new Members to the European Union and it joined the World Trade Organisation in 2000. The revamping of the old regime and privatisation are practically complete, and special attention is being given to reducing bureaucracy and regulation further. Very few restrictions to FDI remain. Estonia now faces the challenge of keeping up with the competition and catching up with the richer nations. On 26 July 2001, Estonia became eligible for adherence to the OECD Declaration on International Investment and Multinational Enterprises. This will help to consolidate Estonia's recent achievements and further expand its economic relations with OECD countries and other adherents to the Declaration.
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  • 84
    Language: English
    Pages: 14 p. , 21 x 29.7cm
    Series Statement: OECD Digital Economy Papers no.55
    Parallel Title: Parallelausg. Coopération bilatérale pour combattre la fraude transfontière: l'expérience des Etats-Unis et du Canada
    Keywords: Science and Technology ; Canada ; United States
    Abstract: On 22 March 2000 the CCP held a half-day Forum Session intended to explore the challenges and possibilities associated with international co-operation. Using the experience of the United States and Canada as a practical example, the session provided an overview of ongoing efforts to combat the growing problem of cross-border fraudulent, misleading and unfair commercial conduct. The delegations of Canada and the United States took the leading role in preparing for the session, giving the Committee a first-hand look at their experiences working together to facilitate communication, information sharing, and bilateral co-operation in certain cross-border enforcement actions. The following is a summary record of the Forum Session and the presentations given by representatives from the Competition Bureau of Industry Canada and the United States Federal Trade Commission. Copyright
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  • 85
    Language: English
    Pages: 33 p. , 21 x 29.7cm
    Series Statement: OECD Working Papers on International Investment no.2001/06
    Keywords: Finance and Investment
    Abstract: Based on a slight extension of the inventory of 233 codes of corporate conduct collected for an earlier study (TD/TC/WP(98)74/FINAL), this paper takes a more in-depth look at the contents of the codes with respect to issue coverage and code implementation procedures. The main findings of this investigation of 246 voluntary codes of conduct are: The codes examined differ considerably in terms of their content and degree of detail. This reflects the underlying diversity of the organisations issuing the codes, which differ in terms of size, sector and regional affiliation. All the firms subscribing to the codes covered in this study are based in the OECD (most of the 29 member OECD countries are covered in the inventory). The firms operate in a variety of sectors including high technology, mass retailing, heavy manufacturing, light manufacturing, primary production and financial services. Some codes in the inventory are issued by business associations and others by NGOs. The codes ...
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  • 86
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    Paris : OECD Publishing
    ISBN: 9789264189898
    Language: English
    Pages: Online-Ressource
    Edition: Edition 2000
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  • 87
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    Paris : OECD Publishing
    ISBN: 9789264189362
    Language: English
    Pages: Online-Ressource (212 p.)
    Parallel Title: Druckausg.
    Parallel Title: Parallelausg. La gouvernance au XXIe siècle
    Parallel Title: Parallelausg. Governance im 21. Jahrhundert
    Parallel Title: Parallelausg. Governance in the 21st Century (Korean version)
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    Keywords: Staat ; Regierung ; Ursache ; Gesellschaft ; Entwicklung ; Autorität ; Liberalisierung ; Ethik ; Demokratie ; Globalisierung ; Governance ; Social Issues/Migration/Health ; Erde ; Politik ; Zukunft
    Abstract: As we move into the 21st century, the turbulent transformation of economy and society looks set to continue. Growing integration of markets, radical new technologies, the increasing knowledge intensity of human activity, all point to the emergence of an immensely complex world. But how will it be managed? And by whom? What forms of organisation and decision-making will be required at local, national and global levels to meet the challenges of the next decades? One thing seems certain: old forms of governance -- in the public sector, corporations and civil society -- are becoming increasingly ineffective. New forms of governance will be needed over the next few decades which will involve a much broader range of active players. Traditional hierarchical organisations and top-down control will give way more and more to a wider diffusion of responsibility and decision-making that builds on the talents for innovation and creativity of individuals and groups. This book explores some of the opportunities and risks -- economic, social and technological -- that decision-makers will have to address in the coming years, and outlines what needs to be done to foster society 's capacity to manage its future more flexibly and with broader participation of its citizens.
    Description / Table of Contents: Chapt. 1: Michalski, Wolfgang ; Müller, Riel ; Stevens, Barrie: Governance in the 21st century : power in the global knowledge economy and society. - S. 7-26 Chapt. 2: Tarschys, Daniel: Wealth, values, institutions : trends in government and governance. - S. 27-44 Chapt. 3: Valaskakis, Kimon: Long-term trends in global governance : from "Westphalia" to "Seattle". - S. 45-66 Chapt. 4: Six, Perri: Governing by technique : judgement and the prospects for governance of and with technology. - S. 67-120 Chapt. 5: Sabel, Charles F.: A quiet revolution of democratic governance : towards democratic experimentalism. - S. 121-148 Chapt. 6: Albrow, Martin: Society as social diversity : the challenge for governance in the global age. - S. 149-182 Chapt. 7: Paquet, Gilles: The new governance, subsidiarity, and the strategic state. - S. 183-214
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  • 88
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    Paris : OECD Publishing
    ISBN: 9789264093010
    Language: English , French
    Pages: Online-Ressource
    Edition: Edition 2001
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  • 89
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    Paris : OECD Publishing and Centre for Educational Research and Innovation
    ISBN: 9789264193222
    Language: English
    Pages: Online-Ressource
    Edition: Edition 2001
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  • 90
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    Paris : OECD Publishing
    ISBN: 9789264289444
    Language: French
    Pages: Online-Ressource (260 p.) , ill.
    Series Statement: Examens environnementaux de l'OCDE
    Parallel Title: Druckausg.
    Parallel Title: Parallelausg. OECD Environmental Performance Reviews; Germany 2001
    Parallel Title: Parallelausg. OECD Umweltprüfberichte; Deutschland 2001
    Keywords: Environment ; Germany
    Abstract: Ce rapport consacré à l'Allemagne évalue les progrès accomplis ou à faire dans la réduction de la charge polluante, la gestion des ressources naturelles, l'intégration des politiques économique et environnementale et le renforcement de la coopération internationale. Les analyses s'appuient sur un large ensemble de données économiques et environnementales.
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  • 91
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    Paris : OECD Publishing
    ISBN: 9789264292130
    Language: French
    Pages: Online-Ressource (60 p.) , ill.
    Series Statement: Examens environnementaux de l'OCDE
    Parallel Title: Druckausg.
    Parallel Title: Parallelausg. OECD Environmental Performance Reviews 2001; Achievements in OECD Countries
    Keywords: Environment
    Abstract: Le programme de l’OCDE sur les performances environnementales examine les progrès environnementaux accomplis dans chacun des pays de l'OCDE et les efforts menés pour satisfaire aux objectifs nationaux et aux engagements internationaux. L'évaluation des progrès accomplis en matière de réduction de la charge polluante, de gestion des ressources naturelles, d'intégration des politiques économique et environnementale et de renforcement de la coopération internationale, est également au centre de ces examens. Les analyses s'appuient sur un large ensemble de données et d'indicateurs économiques et environnementaux. L'OCDE a conduit de tels examens de performances environnementales pour tous ses pays Membres et entreprend actuellement un second cycle d'examens. Ce rapport fait le bilan des leçons à ce jour et présente un large ensemble de données comparatives environnementales et économiques.
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  • 92
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    Paris : OECD Publishing
    ISBN: 9789264289956
    Language: French
    Pages: Online-Ressource (272 p.) , ill.
    Series Statement: Examens territoriaux de l'OCDE
    Parallel Title: Druckausg.
    Parallel Title: Parallelausg. OECD Territorial Reviews; Teruel, Spain 2001
    Keywords: Urban, Rural and Regional Development ; Spain
    Abstract: L’examen territorial de la région de Teruel fait partie d’un vaste programme d’examens territoriaux réalisés à l’échelle nationale et régionale par le Comité des politiques de développement territorial de l’OCDE. Cette série d'examens à pour objectif général de donner aux pouvoirs publics des conseils pratiques sur les mesures à prendre. En venant compléter l’analyse statistique et l’analyse comparative des méthodes et des instruments disponibles, ces examens régionaux jouent un rôle fondamental. L’étude de certains types de pays et de régions (zones urbaines, intermédiaires, rurales) offre des exemples concrets de défis à relever et de réponses possibles. La province de Teruel est une région rurale reculée du nord-est de l’Espagne, partie du pays qui est elle-même d’un grand dynamisme. Elle constitue un exemple typique, voire extrême, de région reculée à faible densité de population, dont la base économique pose de graves problèmes et qui ne peut guère compter que sur ses propres atouts pour son développement économique. Cet ouvrage montre surtout que les importantes ressources naturelles et culturelles de la région peuvent contribuer de manière essentielle à une stratégie de développement intégré résolument tournée vers l’avenir.
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  • 93
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    ISBN: 9789264288690
    Language: French
    Pages: Online-Ressource (92 p.) , ill.
    Series Statement: Examens de l'OCDE sur l'investissement direct étranger
    Parallel Title: Druckausg.
    Parallel Title: Parallelausg. OECD Reviews of Foreign Direct Investment; Czech Republic 2001
    Keywords: Finance and Investment ; Czech Republic
    Abstract: La République tchèque a abordé le processus de transition avec un héritage solide en matière industrielle ainsi qu’une infrastructure considérable bien qu’obsolète résultant de plus de 40 ans de planification centralisée. Tout au long des années 1990, les vastes réformes entreprises ont contribué à réintégrer la République tchèque dans l’économie mondiale au moyen de mesures telles que la privatisation et l’instauration d’un climat libéral favorable à l’investissement, qui a d’ailleurs permis un gonflement de l’IDE, ces dernières années notamment. La République tchèque est devenue Membre de l’OCDE en 1995. Le gouvernement tchèque affiche sa volonté de poursuivre les restructurations industrielles nécessaires. Il entend également achever le processus de privatisation qui a joué un rôle essentiel dans la transformation de l’économie du pays et contribué à attirer l’IDE. Ce processus étant pratiquement achevé, la République tchèque devra à l’avenir préserver ces flux d’IDE en favorisant les nouveaux projets d’implantations et de réinvestissements et en améliorant les relations en amont de ces investissements avec les entreprises nationales. Cet examen retrace l’évolution de l’IDE en République tchèque et évalue son rôle dans le processus de transition, en mesurant l’ouverture de l’économie aux investisseurs directs étrangers.
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  • 94
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    Paris : OECD Publishing
    ISBN: 9789264189461
    Language: English
    Pages: Online-Ressource (305 p.) , ill.
    Parallel Title: Druckausg.
    Parallel Title: Parallelausg. Des partenariats locaux pour une meilleure gouvernance
    Parallel Title: Parallelausg. Asociaciones locales para una mejor gobernabilidad
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    Keywords: Employment ; Governance ; Urban, Rural and Regional Development ; Aufsatzsammlung ; OECD ; Regionale Wirtschaftskooperation ; Regionale Kooperation
    Abstract: To better respond to a new set of concerns of the population and promote sustainable development, governments today actively seek a broad partnership with civil society and the private sector. Yet, it is at local and regional levels, closer to the problems and the individuals, that partnerships are most often formed. Partnerships are being established throughout OECD countries to tackle issues of economic development, employment, social cohesion and the quality of life. What all partnerships share is a common desire to improve governance -- how society collectively solves its problems and meets its needs. Through partnerships, civil society and its NGOs, enterprises and government at different levels work together to design area-based strategies, adapt policies to local conditions and take initiatives consistent with shared priorities. An ambitious mission, which raises the challenge of harmonising public accountability and participatory democracy. Local Partnerships for Better Governance presents the lessons learnt from the most recent experiences in seven countries: Austria, Belgium, Denmark, Finland, Ireland, Italy and the United States. This book proposes a strategy that governments can implement to improve governance through partnerships. Applying this strategy will enforce local capacities in a globalising economy, and contribute to reconcile economic competitiveness, social cohesion and environmental progress.
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  • 95
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    Paris : OECD Publishing
    ISBN: 9789264294899
    Language: French
    Pages: Online-Ressource (88 p.) , ill.
    Series Statement: Examens de l'OCDE sur l'investissement direct étranger
    Parallel Title: Druckausg.
    Parallel Title: Parallelausg. OECD Reviews of Foreign Direct Investment; Lithuania 2001
    Keywords: Finance and Investment ; Lithuania
    Abstract: Depuis qu’elle a recouvré son indépendance, en 1990, la Lituanie a connu une transformation économique remarquable. Dès la fin de 2000, ce processus avait été grandement stimulé par un apport de quelque 2.3 milliards de dollars d’IDE en provenance des pays européens, des Etats-Unis et des pays voisins. L’IDE a contribué aux investissements nouveaux, aux fusions-acquisitions et à la privatisation des entreprises d’Etat. La mise en place de conditions propices à l’IDE a été un élément central de la stratégie économique de la Lituanie, et à l’heure actuelle il subsiste relativement peu de restrictions dans ce domaine. L’IDE a été également encouragé par la perspective de l’entrée de la Lituanie dans l’UE et par son adhésion à l’Organisation mondiale du commerce, le 31 mai 2001. Parmi les grands chantiers en cours, on peut citer l’achèvement rapide des privatisations, la poursuite de la libéralisation et l’ouverture à la concurrence étrangère. Une priorité absolue est accordée au règlement des problèmes d’application découlant de la refonte de l’ancien régime réglementaire. Le 26 juillet 2001, la Lituanie a été admise à adhérer à la Déclaration de l’OCDE sur l’investissement international et les entreprises multinationales. Cela contribuera sans aucun doute à consolider ses avancées et à développer ses relations économiques avec les pays de l’OCDE et les autres adhérents à la Déclaration.
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  • 96
    Online Resource
    Online Resource
    Paris : OECD Publishing
    ISBN: 9789264295728
    Language: French
    Pages: Online-Ressource (244 p.) , ill.
    Series Statement: Examens environnementaux de l'OCDE
    Parallel Title: Druckausg.
    Parallel Title: Parallelausg. OECD Environmental Performance Reviews; Portugal 2001
    Keywords: Environment ; Portugal
    Abstract: Ce rapport consacré au Portugal évalue les progrès accomplis ou à faire dans la réduction de la charge polluante, la gestion des ressources naturelles, l'intégration des politiques économique et environnementale et le renforcement de la coopération internationale. Les analyses s'appuient sur un large ensemble de données économiques et environnementales.
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  • 97
    Online Resource
    Online Resource
    Paris : OECD Publishing
    ISBN: 9789264195899
    Language: English
    Pages: Online-Ressource
    Edition: Edition 2001
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  • 98
    Online Resource
    Online Resource
    Paris : OECD Publishing
    ISBN: 9789264295681
    Language: French
    Pages: Online-Ressource (240 p.) , ill.
    Series Statement: Examens territoriaux de l'OCDE
    Parallel Title: Druckausg.
    Parallel Title: Parallelausg. OECD Territorial Reviews; Korea 2001
    Keywords: Urban, Rural and Regional Development ; Korea, Republic of
    Abstract: La société coréenne de l’après-guerre a été marquée par de profonds changements et une croissance économique rapide. Sa population a triplé, ce qui a engendré d’importantes transformations territoriales. Malgré les efforts déployés pour parvenir à une croissance régionale équilibrée, la Corée se distingue toujours par une polarisation géographique importante. La région de la capitale a un poids économique considérable : elle abrite plus de 45 % de la population nationale et produit près de la moitié de son PIB. Au cours des dix dernières années, les responsables des politiques publiques ont développé une perspective spatiale globale. Ils ont mis en place des politiques visant à mieux gérer l’utilisation des sols, les infrastructures ainsi que les problèmes des régions défavorisées, et ils ont profondément restructuré la gouvernance territoriale. Toutefois, une intervention plus poussée permettrait d’exploiter pleinement les efforts en cours. La coordination intersectorielle est faible et il semble qu’une meilleure adéquation entre la vision spatiale globale et le soutien financier aux projets publics spécifiques s’impose. La gouvernance territoriale demeure centralisée, de sorte que les limites de l’autonomie locale risquent de constituer un obstacle à l’innovation régionale orientée vers une croissance économique durable. L’accent mis sur les grandes entreprises risque d’empêcher la valorisation de la contribution considérable des PME au développement régional. L’Examen territorial de la Corée s’inscrit dans un programme plus vaste d’Examens territoriaux, aux niveaux national et régional, menés par le Comité des Politiques de Développement Territorial de l’OCDE. L’objectif général des Examens territoriaux est de fournir des recommandations pratiques aux gouvernements.
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  • 99
    ISBN: 9789264193154
    Language: English
    Pages: Online-Ressource (328 p.) , ill.
    Series Statement: Nuclear Regulation
    Keywords: Governance ; Nuclear Energy ; France
    Abstract: Good governance and efficiency in decision making by governmental authorities are increasingly dependent upon mutual trust and confidence between those authorities and the public. This workshop provided an opportunity to exchange information and views on how national nuclear regulatory organisations can improve their interface with the public.
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  • 100
    Online Resource
    Online Resource
    Paris : OECD Publishing
    ISBN: 9789264294998
    Language: English
    Pages: Online-Ressource (68 p.) , ill.
    Series Statement: Nuclear Development
    Parallel Title: Parallelausg. Gestion de l'uranium appauvri
    Keywords: Nuclear Energy
    Abstract: Large stocks of depleted uranium have arisen as a result of enrichment operations, especially in the United States and the Russian Federation. Countries with depleted uranium stocks are interested in assessing strategies for the use and management of depleted uranium. The choice of strategy depends on several factors, including government and business policy, alternative uses available, the economic value of the material, regulatory aspects and disposal options, and international market developments in the nuclear fuel cycle. This report presents the results of a depleted uranium study conducted by an expert group organised jointly by the OECD Nuclear Energy Agency and the International Atomic Energy Agency. It contains information on current inventories of depleted uranium, potential future arisings, long-term management alternatives, peaceful use options and country programmes. In addition, it explores ideas for international collaboration and identifies key issues for governments and policy makers to consider.
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