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Episode 3 (Researchers edition). Are we Business Ready? Rethinking the Real Barriers to Growth

Episode 3 (Researchers edition). Are we Business Ready? Rethinking the Real Barriers to Growth

Update: 2025-05-08
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Many countries have business-friendly laws on paper. But what happens when the public services meant to support them fall short? In this episode of “Accelerating Development”, tune in to unpack the World Bank’s Business Ready 2024 report and examine the often-overlooked gap between legislation and implementation. From underpowered tax portals to fragmented border systems, we ask whether firm resilience is a sign of strength, or a symptom of deeper dysfunction.

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Episode 3 (Researchers edition). Are we Business Ready? Rethinking the Real Barriers to Growth

Episode 3 (Researchers edition). Are we Business Ready? Rethinking the Real Barriers to Growth

World Bank Institute for Economic Development