We are entering a period where (space) trade frictions are falling, creating new markets. Space as a new economic domain is rapidly expanding, with momentous political, security and economic implications. This new domain of economic competition will generate new opportunities but also open up new challenges requiring policymakers’ focus and action.

ChatGPT has the potential to enhance academic research efficiency and outcomes. Using the GPT (Generative Pre-trained Transformer) model for initial coding in qualitative thematic analysis, the authors of this paper outline the advantages and limitations of using the GPT model and suggest strategies for mitigating risks. The paper includes a comparative discussion on manual versus...

With industrial policy comeback and rising protectionism, the authors of this paper explore whether protectionism is still an important policy tool, and if not, which policy tools are available for policy-makers.

This working paper draws parallels between past industrial revolutions and the green transition, advocating for proactive policies to harness technological advancements, manage economic disruptions, and mitigate inequalities to ensure a smooth and equitable transformation.

By exploring the multiple dimensions of public sector productivity, this report aims to contribute meaningfully to the debate about how to increase public sector productivity. It is also intended to provide researchers and policy-makers with a series of questions that prompt further exploration.