Description
This session will first discuss the recent macroeconomic developments, emerging challenges and economic outlook in the Asia-Pacific region for 2022-2023. It will then examine the latest trends of economic inequality in the Asia-Pacific region, the impact of COVID-19 on economic inequality, and policies being pursued for inclusive economic recovery.
Presentation on the preliminary findings and messages of Survey 2022 ( 15 mins)
Macroeconomic developments, challenges and outlook in Asia-Pacific for 2021-2022 ( 15 mins each)
o Brewing risks in major economies, such as China, and spillovers to the region
o Scarring effects from COVID-19
o An inclusive growth framework
o Inequality dynamics of middle-income/upper-middle income countries, and lessons on reducing inequality from developed countries
Q&A (15 mins)
