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The review stresses that sustainable and inclusive growth depends on a healthy, skilled, resilient population. With appropriate policies and investments, the working-age population can become more productive through better jobs. Recommended actions address health and education emergencies, family planning, smarter investment in human capital, and improved child development and learning outcomes.","Public Disclosure Authorized Public Disclosure Authorized Public Disclosure Authorized Public Disclosure Authorized  \n© 2023 International Bank for Reconstruction and Development / The World Bank 1818 H Street NW, Washington, DC 20433  \nTelephone: 202-473-1000; [internet: www.worldbank.org](internet: www.worldbank.org)[ ](internet: www.worldbank.org)Some rights reserved  \nThis work is a product of the staff of The World Bank with external contributions. 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