Tag: Economic Competitiveness
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Global Progress on Energy Efficiency Accelerates in 2025
Energy efficiency gains gain momentum in 2025 Global progress on energy efficiency is expected to pick up pace in 2025, according to the latest annual update from the International Energy Agency (IEA). The report signals a solid acceleration in policy implementation, technology deployment, and consumer adoption that collectively strengthen energy security, reduce emissions, and boost…
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Canada’s research spend trail: funding declines and the AI milestone that highlighted it
Canada’s research funding in a changing global landscape Canada is facing a notable shift in its research and development (R&D) landscape. A growing chorus from policymakers, academics, and industry leaders suggests that Canada’s share of national spending on science and innovation is lagging behind several peer nations. While countries around the world push to accelerate…
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Canada’s R&D Spending Decline: What It Means for Innovation and Global Standing
Overview: Canada’s research investment under pressure Recent analyses show Canada’s research and development (R&D) spending growing more slowly than many peer nations, with a concerning divergence over the past decade. While countries like the United States, China, and several European economies have steadily increased or stabilized their investments in science and innovation, Canada’s share of…
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Key Proposals in Labor Legislation by the Government
Introduction to Labor Legislation Changes The ongoing discourse surrounding labor legislation in various countries highlights a pivotal shift towards enhancing flexibility in the job market. Currently, the focus is on revising more than a hundred articles in the Labor Code. This initiative stems from the government’s belief that the existing labor framework is overly rigid,…
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Overview of Labor Legislation Proposals by the Government
Introduction to Labor Legislation Changes The government is set to revise over a hundred articles of the Labor Code to make the labor market more flexible. This initiative aims to tackle what the government perceives as a very rigid framework that hampers economic competitiveness and productivity in various sectors. Main Objectives of the Proposed Changes…