Session 9: Institutions as a driver of productivity and competitiveness
Mar 25, 2026 | 11:30 AM - 1:00 PM
CC13
Description
This panel will explore how strong institutions can support productivity, competitiveness and long-term growth. The discussion will examine how institutional quality shapes the business environment, investment, trade, innovation and the ability of firms and workers to adapt to economic change. Bringing together academic expertise with perspectives from policy, trade administration and business, the session will combine cross-country evidence with practical experience on what effective institutions look like in practice and how they can help economies become more dynamic, resilient and attractive for investment.
