With growing uncertainty facing the global economy, cooperation and partnership among the countries has never been more important. The Annual Meetings of the International Monetary Fund and the World Bank Group, to be held in Tokyo in October 2012, will aim to promote global economic stability...

Discussions will centre on Russia’s position in addressing domestic and global challenges. The economic, political and social reforms taking place in Russia now are of great interest to the world community, which recognizes that growth should be inclusive and that all efforts to restore...

However, leaders from the region face the shared challenges of resource scarcity and climate change. At the same time, the importance of enabling financial and regional connectivity, and the transition to low-carbon economies are priorities for ensuring sustained and inclusive growth. Located at...