Japan faces serious demographic headwinds. Under current fertility, employment and immigration rates, the population would fall by 45% by 2100 and employment by 52%. Given the challenges of a shrinking and ageing population, the government has pledged to “create a children-first economic...

"The influence of the People's Republic of China on world affairs is increasingly keenly felt: in Asia, in Africa, in Latin America and in Europe and North America too. But what are the reasons for China's rise and how can the West adapt? Advantage China explores these essential questions and...

Economic growth is expected to rebound in Sub-Saharan Africa, supported by increased private consumption and declining inflation in 2024. However, this positive outlook remains fragile due to uncertain global economic conditions, low fiscal buffers, growing debt service obligation, costly...

Foreword Overview Part I: Natural Resource Management: Caring Foundation of Growth for Development 1. Economic Valuation of Plant Genetic Resources-Is It Necessary? 2. Use of Soils Information for Profitability and sustainability of Farmers Producers Organization- A Case Study in Karnataka 3....