As the government attempts to open strategic sectors of the economy to competition and attract more foreign direct investment (FDI), much is also being done to improve science and research as a means to spur innovation. Increased spending, coupled with changes in regulation, is expected to fuel the growth of start-ups and make the business environment more dynamic. The current government has...
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Chapter | Research & Innovation from The Report: Mexico 2014
The second-largest economy in Latin America, Mexico seems poised to enter a new growth phase as the government of Enrique Peña Nieto implements radical changes in a number of sectors across the economy. The reforms, aimed at raising the competitiveness of the Mexican economy, have the potential to establish Mexico’s position as a regional powerhouse.
Articles & Analysis | Subjects of change: The government’s top-down initiatives are proving a challenge from The Report: Indonesia 2014
The Indonesian educational system is large, well funded, fast growing and quickly improving. Despite some difficult years as a result of the 1997-98 Asian financial crisis and some ineffective policies instituted in its aftermath, the government has made a significant commitment to the sector. Both the central and local authorities are required...
Interviews & Viewpoints | Hasbullah Thabrany, President, South-east Asian Public Health Education Institutions Network: Interview from The Report: Indonesia 2014
What are your priorities for the National Social Security System, and how do you see its implementation alongside the Social Security Organising Body (BJPS)?
Articles & Analysis | Hairpin turns: The road to educational reform has been winding from The Report: Indonesia 2014
Indonesia has a sizeable higher education system, encompassing some 92 public universities and 3000 colleges. The country has tried a number of different structures in an attempt to make these institutions both financially strong and effective in educating people regardless of economic background. So far, at least, it has not found the right mix...
Articles & Analysis | Growing interest: The private sector is set to become more involved in the industry from The Report: Indonesia 2014
While the Indonesian government works to build a universal health care system for its citizens, the private sector is active too. It is sitting on the sidelines waiting to see if the government programme makes sense from a business point of view, but it is still actively building up its capacity and expertise.