New OECD report overviews megatrends in regions and cities
- Rural Pact
- Rural Revitalisation Platform
- Stronger Rural Areas
- Prosperous rural areas
- Resilient rural areas
- Connected rural areas
A recent OECD report highlights the diversity of challenges and priorities for regions and cities in the face of global trends related to demographic shifts, technological advancements, and climate change.
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The report ‘OECD Regions and Cities at a Glance 2024’ provides insights and policy recommendations, calling for closer cooperation between governments at all levels and local communities to develop solutions tailored to their specific needs and opportunities.
Increasing women’s participation in the labour force within the next decade could significantly reduce regional labour shortages. Addressing climate change requires locally driven solutions to lower emissions, preserve green spaces, and foster green innovation.
Technological advancements offer strong potential to accelerate the net-zero transition, address labour shortages, and generate regional growth. Automation and artificial intelligence can play a promising role but requires a workforce equipped with the necessary skills.