Episode 2 From Investment to Innovation: How to Escape the Middle-Income Trap

from Accelerating Development: Ideas for Impact · host World Bank Institute for Economic Development

How can countries avoid the “middle-income trap” and reach high-income status? In this episode, we unpack the World Development Report 2024, which outlines strategies for countries to shift to high-income status. Tune in for sharp insights on how nations can compete, innovate, and level the playing field to drive long-term prosperity. Generated with AI and guided by experts.

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