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  • Taking a robust stance on bribery

    Bribery is a modern day scourge on international trade. At a time when so many people are struggling through an economic downturn, bribery is a very real disease threatening our prosperity. It poses a serious challenge to the development of economies and contributes to market failure. It distorts competition, damages free enterprise and blights business. It stifles talent and innovation and kills entrepreneurship. In many cases it is the poorest in society who are hit the hardest

    (711 words)
  • The OECD is a "force for good"

    “The government’s top priority is reducing the nation’s deficit and returning Britain to strong and sustainable growth. That means the right economic policies at home and creating the right economic environment abroad.

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  • Prime Minister Cameron waves on the steps of 10 Downing Street, May 2010 ©Cathal McNaughton/Reuters

    Advice for Britain

    Remember New Labour? The election triumph of Tony Blair’s Labour Party in 1997 captivated the world.

    (707 words)
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