2.2a What works to increase and improve the quantity and quality of financing for sustainable infrastructure that supports economic development in LMICs, including flows of private financing? How should higher income countries leverage private-sector finance to crowd in investment?
Background
Research supports policy makers to adjust to the changing global economic environment, to deliver sustainable, inclusive growth that is resilient to a variety of shocks. Global changes in technology, trade and climate are re-shaping the pathways open to countries of all income levels to drive structural transformation and employment-rich growth, while increased debt levels are reducing policymakers’ room to manoeuvre.
Research and evidence are also needed to bring a suite of broader economic tools to spur the private sector and increase productivity through increased investment, trade, technological upgrading and improved human capital and infrastructure.
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