Publication: Remarks at the Human Capital Conclave
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2021-04-05
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2021-04-08
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David Malpass, President of the World Bank, discussed the importance of investing in human capital for a green, resilient, and inclusive recovery from the Coronavirus disease crisis. He highlighted three important measures: 1) investing in people; 2) efficient expenditures and good governance; and 3) freeing up fiscal space.
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“Malpass, David. 2021. Remarks at the Human Capital Conclave. Delivered April 5, 2021;. © World Bank. http://hdl.handle.net/10986/35399 License: CC BY 3.0 IGO.”
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