This report from the World Economic Forum and PwC explores why upskilling the global workforce will be crucial for economic recovery post-COVID-19, finding that if countries upskill their citizens in line with OECD industry best practices, this could lead to an additional global GDP growth of $6.5 trillion and create 5.3 million new jobs by 2030. Upskilling can also help reduce inequalities by breaking the cycle that perpetuates low-paid work and preparing people to undertake good jobs. The report urges governments to adopt agile national upskilling strategies, collaborating with businesses, non-profits, and the education sector, such as by supporting and providing incentives for green investments and technology innovation.  

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