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An aerial view of the embankment at Paphos, a popular tourist destination. Cyprus was particularly exposed to the economic impact of the pandemic due to its high reliance on tourism. (photo: DedMityay by Getty Images)

A Three-Point Plan to Tackle the Pandemic in Cyprus

June 16, 2021

Cyprus entered the COVID-19 crisis in a strong position, but the economy’s dependence on tourism and its high public and private debt levels made it especially vulnerable to the pandemic shock.

The Land of the Long White Cloud: Turning New Zealand’s Recovery into Sustained Growth

May 27, 2021

New Zealand has enjoyed a rapid economic recovery from the COVID-19 crisis, helped by strong health and economic policy responses. Our latest assessment of New Zealand’s economy looks at strategies to support near- and medium-term growth.

Mountains after Mountains: Korea is Containing COVID-19 and Looking Ahead

April 29, 2021

Over the past year, the Korean government’s actions have been very successful in limiting the severity of the COVID-19 outbreak and lessening its economic impact.

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