Tag: COVID-19 Impact
IMF underscores vital role of public investment in post-pandemic world
According to the International Monetary Fund (IMF), public investment is vital for restarting economic growth, helping the global economy rebound from the worst recession...
World’s highest minimum wage has been adopted by this city
Voters in Geneva, Switzerland, voted to adopt a minimum wage equal to $25 an hour, considered to be the highest in the world.
According to...
Arab labor sector hit the worst by COVID-19: ILO
As per the International Labour Organization (ILO), the coronavirus has affected the Arab world's labor market more seriously than other regions.
ILO Director-General Guy Ryder...
Pre-flight Rapid COVID-19 tests on Flights: Qatar Airways CEO sets shares...
Qatar's national carrier, Qatar Airways has affirmed its flyers that pre-flight rapid COVID-19 tests would be available by mid-October for its entire fleet.
Speaking to...
Is COVID-19 leaving the megacities of the world empty?
In smaller towns, cities and rural areas, the coronavirus outbreak and its aftermath have sparked a rush of news stories about people leaving big...
World Bank’s alert: Asia to witness slowest economy growth in 50...
The World Bank, in an economic update, opined that the pandemic is likely to pull down the growth of East Asia and the Pacific...
Saudi Arabia to host a virtual G20 Summit this November
Saudi Arabia announced today that the G20 leaders' summit would be held virtually on November 21 and 22 this year.
The decision means that the...
“Staying connected” is key to HR management post-COVID-19: Report
The impact of COVID-19 affects the way we live and work and adjusting to this new standard will be critical, particularly for organizational human...
