An abundance of natural resources, huge potential for tourism, and a government committed to macroeconomic stability are just a few of Suriname’s many strengths. Now at a pivotal moment in its development, harnessing these strengths in a sustainable way could help secure a better future for the people of this South American nation. As Suriname’s leading multilateral partner, … [Read more...] about Transforming Suriname: Reaffirming IDB’s Commitment to Suriname in Challenging Times
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Transformatie van Suriname: de herbevestiging van IDB’s toewijding aan Suriname in deze uitdagende tijden
Een overvloed aan natuurlijke hulpbronnen, een enorm potentieel voor toerisme en een regering die zich inzet voor macro-economische stabiliteit zijn slechts enkele van de vele sterke punten van Suriname. Nu, op een cruciaal moment in haar ontwikkeling, zou het op een duurzame manier benutten van deze sterke punten, kunnen bijdragen aan een betere toekomst voor de mensen van … [Read more...] about Transformatie van Suriname: de herbevestiging van IDB’s toewijding aan Suriname in deze uitdagende tijden
Digital Infrastructure’s Outsized Potential for the Caribbean
Our latest issue of the Caribbean Quarterly Economic Bulletin highlights new IDB research suggesting that many Latin American and Caribbean countries lag behind most advanced economies in digital and telecommunications infrastructure. Closing these gaps could yield dividends in productivity, employment, and growth—particularly for the six members of the IDB’s Caribbean Country … [Read more...] about Digital Infrastructure’s Outsized Potential for the Caribbean
To bring governments into the digital age, start with the people who will make it happen
When aiming to bring government into the internet age, the first question to ask is no longer why, nor what - but who. We know our governments need digital transformation, and that they needed it yesterday. They need to do more with less, deliver services faster, more equitably and in a personalized way, and in a way that prevents corruption. By now, we’re also familiar with … [Read more...] about To bring governments into the digital age, start with the people who will make it happen
A Shot in Time Saves Nine: The Caribbean Must Get Vaccinated
In this blog, guest contributor and medical doctor, David Walcott explores issues surrounding Covid-19 vaccination in the Caribbean. Vaccination is one of humanity’s most powerful tools in the fight against disease and disability, and has been around since the 1800s when the first vaccine was developed, contributing to global eradication of smallpox. Since then, … [Read more...] about A Shot in Time Saves Nine: The Caribbean Must Get Vaccinated