3.7 Supply-Side Policies (DP IB Economics: HL)

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Several European countries, including France, have introduced interventionist policies to address market failures and enhance public infrastructure. These initiatives are part of broader efforts to stimulate long-term economic growth.

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India is in the process of implementing deregulation across various sectors in hopes of boosting entrepreneurship and foreign investment. Critics, however, are concerned about the potential social impacts of these changes.

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China has announced a significant investment in human capital as part of its long-term economic strategy. This initiative aims to improve the skill set of its workforce in response to global economic shifts.

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Poland is currently considering policies to reduce trade union power as part of its efforts to create a more flexible labour market. This move has been met with opposition from workers' groups.

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The UK government is reviewing proposals to reduce minimum wages to increase employment opportunities for low-skilled workers. However, the potential social implications have sparked intense public debate.

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Mexico’s government has highlighted the main objectives of its new supply-side policies, aimed at addressing long-term economic challenges and promoting sustainable growth.