January/February 2010
Summary:
The global economy started 2010 on a positive note, with continuing recovery in?industrial production and international trade, led by Asian developing countries; however, economic policymakers may face even tougher challenges in 2010?
The significant increase in government indebtedness in Greece and other EU?countries may threaten global financial stability
Rain shortfalls in large parts of Africa will form a major threat to food security during?2010
The devastating earthquake in Haiti presents serious economic challenges, including?those of a long-term nature; addressing them will require a sustained international?effort and debt forgiveness
The world…
Monthly Briefing on the World Economic Situation and Prospects, No. 16
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