Unleashing the Power of the Private Sector in Europe and Central Asia | Regional Economic Update

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What are the latest economic developments in Europe and Central Asia? What challenges lie ahead in the context of a weaker global economy and slowdown in China? How can the region strengthen education quality, dramatically improve the business environment, and boost economic growth? The World Bank Europe and Central Asia Economic Update provides the #EconomicOutlook for the emerging market and developing economies in the region and focuses on the role of business dynamism and innovation in boosting prosperity and productivity. Join our live panel discussion on how to harness the private sector’s potential to accelerate growth across Europe and Central Asia. Learn more: http://wrld.bg/Il1H50Rw7BU Download the report: http://wrld.bg/ygHj50Rzzy7 https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL72843D9EED111DC2

SPEAKERS
- Ivailo Izvorski, Chief Economist, Europe and Central Asia
- Kori Udovički, President of the Governing Board and Chief Economist, Center for Advanced Economic Studies (CEVES)
- Ervin Mete, Minister of Finance, Albania
- Moderator: Jasmin Chakeri, Practice Manager in the Macroeconomics, Trade and Investment Global Practice, Europe and Central Asia, World Bank

AGENDA
00:00 Welcome
03:13 Main findings of the report
10:20 Albania: Country perspective
15:00 State of business dynamism in Serbia and neighboring countries
24:54 Biggest challenges facing private sector growth in Europe and Central Asia
28:42 What it will take for countries to make progress
33:22 The largest challenge for productivity growth in Albania
37:50 The support of the World Bank to advance structural reforms
41:10 Addressing the skills gap in Albania
44:42 EU accession process and private sector development
50:57 Closing remarks

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