Event: The Future of Skills and Jobs

How Technology Affects Jobs: Future of Jobs and Skills

03 May 2018
Author / Speaker: 
Rana Hasan, Asian Development Bank
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Description: 

Automation is putting some jobs at risk. On the other hand, technological advancement has been driving higher productivity that fuels economic growth.

This presentation summarizes Asian Development Bank’s report, Asian Development Outlook 2018: How Technology Affects Jobs. It explains why the region should remain optimistic about future job prospects and shares ways on how governments could harness technology for inclusive growth and job creation.

Geographical Focus: 
Regional - Asia
Type of Content: 
Learning Event

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