Our Scans · (ZY.4.07) Development Studies · Weekly Summary

• [New] Synopsis: Satellite cities in India are rapidly emerging as powerful economic and real estate hubs, complementing their metros by offering affordable living, strong connectivity, and abundant development potential. Trade Brains Money
• [New] The Organization for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD) has cut its 2025 and 2026 growth forecasts for the Mexican economy. Mexico News Daily
• [New] Successful unconventional resource development could fundamentally transform Mexico's energy security profile by reducing import dependency, diversifying supply sources, and providing domestic production capacity that enhances negotiating positions in international energy markets. Discovery Alert
• [New] Economic analysis of Mexico's energy supply situation reveals multiple factors that support reconsideration of unconventional resource development, including import dependency costs, industrial competitiveness concerns, and economic development opportunities in resource-rich regions. Discovery Alert
• [New] The continued success of Karakol Ski Resort will support sustainable tourism development in Kyrgyzstan. Travel And Tour World
• [New] The Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank committed $5 billion to support Turkey's climate resilience and sustainable development projects from 2025 to 2027. Belfer Center
• Recently, BI focused on the development of low-cost national payments systems such as Quick Response Code Indonesian Standard payments that gives favorable treatment to Indonesian banks, serves as an impediment to foreign investment, and may introduce security risks. United States Department of State
• The Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD) raised its 2025 global economic growth forecast to 3.2%, up from the 2.9% predicted in June. AXA IM UK
• With transport demand set to more than double by 2050, choices we make this decade, can unlock sustainable development pathways. UN DESA VOICE
• As the world continues to grapple with environmental challenges, the potential for AI to drive sustainable development becomes increasingly evident. Ryz Labs
• The Organization for Economic Cooperation and Development on Tuesday maintained its growth forecast for the South Korean economy at 1% in 2025, while projecting an improvement in 2026. the korea herald
• Investment and resource security have become paramount, with nations like Saudi Arabia investing in lithium projects, while policy uncertainties in regions like the US could hinder domestic supply chain development. The Chronicle-Journal
• The Economist Intelligence Unit (EIU) forecasts 4.6% growth, as China gradually targets economic expansion of around 4% over the next decade to meet its 2035 development goals. South China Morning Post
• Funds will support solar-powered irrigation in Maharashtra, the Indore Metro in Madhya Pradesh, a skill-upgradation program in Gujarat, and wetland-fisheries revival in Assam, reinforcing India's push for sustainable growth, renewables, and inclusive development. Adda247
• Tourism's importance as a driving force for economic development in Indonesia is underlined by the projection for tourism to grow during the 2025/2026 holiday season. Travel And Tour World
• Telangana Rising 2047 outlines a bold and future-ready vision for transforming India's youngest state into a $3 trillion economy by 2047, contributing 10% to the national GDP while remaining firmly aligned with the Sustainable Development Goals. The Hans India
• The Critical Minerals Sovereign Fund in Budget 2025 will create good jobs and strengthen Canada's leadership in defence, technology, and healthcare, securing long-term economic growth through investment in critical resource development. Delphic Research
• India's increasing focus on green jobs and climate-resilient livelihoods - from renewable energy to community-based conservation - aligns economic opportunity with environmental stewardship and the Sustainable Development Goals. The Hindu
• Singapore looks forward to working closely with the Philippines, which will assume the Chairmanship in 2026, to sustain momentum and ensure that ASEAN continues to lead in digital innovation, technological cooperation and future-ready economic development. OpenGov Asia
• The UAE has established a USD1bn AI for Development plan which will support economic development in African economies. Emirates NBD Research
• Within each area of investment, the five-year capital plan highlights large-scale initiatives expected to shape Canada's infrastructure and economic development. lexpert

Last updated: 12 December 2025