China News Agency, Berlin, December 16 (Reporter Peng Dawei) The special edition of the Global Competitiveness Report released by the World Economic Forum on the 16th stated that those countries with a developed digital economy, sound social security and effective medical systems have responded more effectively to the new crown. The impact of the epidemic.
The report calls on all countries to build more efficient, inclusive and sustainable economies to achieve post-epidemic recovery.
Headquartered in Geneva, Switzerland, the World Economic Forum is an international organization dedicated to promoting public-private cooperation.
The World Economic Forum said on the same day that in view of the unusual measures taken by various governments to deal with the new crown epidemic, this year's "Global Competitiveness Report" suspended the ranking of national competitiveness.
This special edition report outlines the priorities for economic recovery and revitalization, assesses some important factors that can effectively help countries manage the epidemic, and analyzes which countries are most fully prepared for economic transformation and are expected to build "efficient production ", "people-oriented" and "environmentally friendly" social economic system.
The report pointed out that social isolation is one of the most effective ways to deal with the new crown virus, and countries with a developed digital economy and mature digital skills can allow citizens to work at home, thus more successfully maintaining the normal operation of the economy.
The report puts forward four major paths to promote economic revitalization and transformation: policy environment, human capital, market mechanism and innovation ecology.
The report also lists key transformational issues that can have a positive impact on economic growth, social inclusion and environmental sustainability, including: increasing investment and building digital infrastructure; developing a green economy; making long-term investment; A more effective progressive tax system; expansion of public services; implementation of incentives to create future markets.
"For a long time, the World Economic Forum has been committed to encouraging decision makers to go beyond short-term growth thinking and focus on achieving long-term prosperity." The founder and executive chairman of the World Economic Forum, Klaus Schwab, said that the report clearly mentioned some priorities. This will help us build a more efficient, inclusive and sustainable economy and achieve post-epidemic recovery.
"Now is the crucial moment to transform the economic system." (End)