The OECD Observer magazine presents concise, up-to-date and authoritative analysis of crucial world economic and social issues. It helps business, NGOs, academics and journalists to stay ahead of the policy debate. It is a catalyst for new discussion and ideas, and a flag for emerging challenges. Words are not all you get from the Observer. Every edition is bolstered by key tables and graphs.

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Special in-depth reports Biotechnology, ageing, health, information society, Cancún

Key economic indicators of OECD countries gross domestic product, consumer prices, current balances, unemployment, interest rates, government budgets and other financial indicators

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Brief reports and list of new OECD books, reports, and other documents Calendar of key forthcoming meetings and events

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