IPS Sri Lanka @TalkEconomicsSL
Discuss. Debate. Comment. 'Talking Economics' by the Institute of Policy Studies of Sri Lanka (IPS) discusses contemporary economic issues. https://t.co/knwTqsSJgZ ips.lk/talkingeconomi… Colombo, Sri Lanka Joined May 2010-
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April roundup: • “Policy Dialogue on Alcohol Control for A Healthier 🇱🇰” by IPS & RESET Alcohol • TE blogs on regional integration for empowering 🇱🇰 ♀️ & 🇱🇰 graphite’s potential in 🌐 electric 🚙 supply ⛓️ 🎥Dr @bilesha_w on The People’s Platform 🔗bit.ly/3YVQbGk
IPS’ recent 📖launch & discussion for "Trade Wars in Electric 🚙 Supply ⛓️: A 🏆for 🇱🇰’s Graphite Industry?" explored 🇱🇰's potential to join 🌐electric 🚙🔋 production. 🇺🇸’s Inflation Reduction Act offers a great opportunity for 🇱🇰's graphite. More👉🏽 bit.ly/3Iwy0j4
📢IPS is hiring! We are looking for dynamic individuals with a proven track record in conducting economic policy research to join us as Senior Researchers. If you are the right fit, send your CV to [email protected]/post your application by 15 May 2024. shorturl.at/euPVY
“For those who may be tempted to loosen the fiscal squeeze to nudge growth, the problem lies in doing so without derailing 🇱🇰’s IMF commitments.” - IPS Executive Director Dr Dushni Weerakoon for @east_asia_forum 🔗 shorturl.at/bwAGS
📢Apply now for the Saman Kelegama Memorial Research Grant 2024❗ ➡Open to 4th-year undergrads & those about to enter the 4th-year ➡ Winner awarded LKR 200,000 grant & a 3-month internship at IPS ➡ Deadline: 30 April 2024 ➡📧 [email protected] 🔗bit.ly/3s3z7No
“The sporadic fixes we’ve been applying—akin to placing small plasters on large wounds—won’t lead to the fundamental shifts needed in our economy, politics, or governance.” - IPS Executive Director Dr Dushni Weerakoon for @EchelonMag 🔗shorturl.at/ghip2
🇱🇰’s export-oriented🎽industry adapted to COVID-19 fast & maintained employment levels well, but substantial health & economic impacts on ♀️ workers were evident. These need to be ⬇️ in future pandemics. More: shorturl.at/rA139 @DevelopmentAsia @userCDchaya
Catch Dr @ArunatilakeN speaking at the Virtual Launch: Introducing ThinkAsia, A Global Knowledge Hub for Sustainable Development!” 🗓 April 23, 2024 ⏰ 1:30 PM - 2:15 PM (SL time) Register here 👉 bit.ly/3UlWUsL More: bit.ly/3xxLp8o @ADB_HQ @ADBInstitute
‘As evidence for the economic burden imposed by NCDs & the prominent NCD-related risk factor of alcohol consumption, IPS Research Economist @PriyankaJ_IPS revealed that households spend 10% of their monthly budget on alcohol. 🔗 bit.ly/3Jn1d0v @TheMorningLK
A 🆕 IPS study reveals the 🔗 between gender-inclusive growth & regional integration. Regions with evenly distributed integration dimensions see 📈♀️’s economic participation. 🇪🇺 leads with <50% ♀️’s participation, showing robust regional integration. bit.ly/4aCjZwI
📢Two weeks more❗ ➡Open to 4th-year undergrads & those about to enter the 4th-year ➡ Winner awarded LKR 200,000 grant & a 3-month internship at IPS ➡ Deadline: 30 April 2024 ➡📧 [email protected] 🔗bit.ly/3s3z7No
A study found #SriLanka would need an additional $1.4 T or 12.5% of GDP by 2030 to achieve the SDGs, while the country grapples w/ challenges such as debt repayment & poor domestic resource mobilization. Here are #policy measures to bridge the SDG financing gap. @TalkEconomicsSL
With 🇱🇰 being renowned 🌐 for high-quality spices, any decisions regarding spice imports should prioritise preserving the unique quality of 🇱🇰 spices while safeguarding local farmers & promoting local value addition. @Dilani_2014 @TheMorningLK 🔗bit.ly/3U2AHys
At a recent IPS event, Prof. Anura Wijayapala, an eminent electrical engineer from @MoratuwaUni & former Chairman of @CEB_lk, said 🇱🇰 could market its graphite as “green graphite” which will bring many opportunities for 🇱🇰 via the global demand for EVs. shorturl.at/adHIU
On @NewsfirstSL's The People's Platform recently, IPS Research Fellow Dr @bilesha_w spoke on the changing labour migration dynamics. She noted that identifying & balancing domestic & global labour demands are crucial for 🇱🇰’s economic growth. 📹: bit.ly/4aLJhbH
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Vote-winning quick fixes have turned out to be very costly in the past and the stakes are even higher this time around, says Dr. Weerakoon | @TalkEconomicsSL #lka #SriLanka dailymirror.lk/breaking-news/…
How #SriLanka 🇱🇰 recovered frm worst economic crisis is a Hitchcockian thriller. Pres @RW_UNP did well. #Pakistan 🇵🇰 also needs real leader fr permanent journey to economic reforms. @PMDNewsGov @TalkEconomicsSL @Financegovpk dawn.com/news/1828932
I met w/ Dr. Dushni Weerakoon, Exec Dir. @TalkEconomicsSL for discussion on #SriLanka 🇱🇰economic recovery & presented special note 75 years of #Pakistan 🇵🇰 @StateBank_Pak as gesture of goodwill.
A study found #SriLanka would need an additional $1.4 T or 12.5% of GDP by 2030 to achieve the SDGs, while the country grapples w/ challenges such as debt repayment & poor domestic resource mobilization. Here are #policy measures to bridge the SDG financing gap. @TalkEconomicsSL
Relevant research by @TalkEconomicsSL demonstrates benefits of regional integration in #OneSouthAsia to women's empowerment and #prosperity - thanks for providing much needed data and evidence! economynext.com/regional-integ…
My views on the changing dynamics in recruitment of #migrantworkers and the growing importance of informal networks. #Migration #lka
On @NewsfirstSL's The People's Platform, Dr @bilesha_w shared insights on the changing labour migration dynamics, highlighting the shift to informal networks and increased risks for 🇱🇰 migrants. 🎥bit.ly/4aLJhbH
Today, I celebrate my first month as Executive Director of Southern Voice a unique organization that hosts a network of 70 Think Tanks from #GlobalSouth and works to empower the voices of #researchers and #decisionmakers. Follow us: @SVoice2030 southernvoice.org/southern-voice…
Our new TE blog
🆕TE blog! • On average, women are paid around 20% less than men in 🇱🇰. • South Asia will take 149 years to achieve full gender parity. • Providing equal employment opportunities for men & women can enable South Asia to enhance incomes by 25%. 🔗shorturl.at/mHUV0
It was an honor to be a part of the 6th TEG-RR meeting of the #BaliProcess.
The 6th Meeting of TEG-RR highlighted trends, priorities, & areas for coordination among #BaliProcess members on safe & dignified returns & reintegration 🔄 The RSO looks forward to continuing to support the TEG-RR on coordinated efforts. Read more: loom.ly/LnlTewA
Read new oped by PEP’s ED @JMARIARA in @ProSyn on how ‘Africa’s Prosperity Depends on Achieving Gender Equality‘. Read her op-ed here: pep-net.org/blog/africas-p…
While women’s overall labor force participation has significantly improved in Kenya since the 1990s, reaching 75.6% in 2015-16, only 39.3% are employed in the modern wage sector. Dr. Phyllis Mumia Machio, Research Team Member shares team’s findings from Kenya. Watch the video👇🏼
Women are disproportionately disadvantaged when it comes to labor supply decisions. This is due to the need to balance productive and household care work, limiting their access to decent work.
Among the 23 women Executive Directors of our network's 66 think tanks, 5 are in #Asia. Today we shine the spotlight on them to celebrate their accomplishments and honour their commitment to an empowered #GlobalSouth. Thank you for leading the way in your region and beyond!
Completed United Nations ESCAP e-learning course on Optimizing trade agreement text analysis: How to use ESCAP’s Trade Agreement Text Analysis Tool. You can find information about how to join the course here: lnkd.in/g-tDQnaP #UNESCAP certificate.tiid.org/eCertificates/…
Improving women’s access to decent work is not only important for economic growth but also for development & gender empowerment. #DecentWork #WomenEmpowerment #lka #LocalResearchForBetterPolicy #PEPfindings @TalkEconomicsSL @PEPnetwork @coimpactcollab
Improving women’s access to decent work is not only important for economic growth but also for development & gender empowerment. Dr. Lakmini Fernando,Research Fellow & @SunimaleeM,Research Economist,Institute of Policy Studies of Sri Lanka share team's findings. Watch the video
Improving women’s access to decent work is not only important for economic growth but also for development & gender empowerment. Dr. Lakmini Fernando,Research Fellow & @SunimaleeM,Research Economist,Institute of Policy Studies of Sri Lanka share team's findings. Watch the video
Improving women’s access to decent work is not only important for economic growth but also for development and gender empowerment. @ArunatilakeN, Research Director, Institute of Policy Studies of Sri Lanka, shares the team’s findings from Sri Lanka. Watch the video👇🏼
This study was conducted as part of the research program Addressing Context-Specific Barriers to Women's Participation in Decent Work: bit.ly/3IjP3VA #DecentWorkForWomen #SriLanka #PEPSupportingWomen #GenderResearch
The team found that lack of childcare facilities, public transport & education prevented women from accessing decent jobs. Researchers also identified key areas for policy action. Browse thread to find out more! Explore the project and its publications at bit.ly/434esvV
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