What challenges and opportunities does the green transition entail for Latin America and the Caribbean? This 15th edition of the Latin American Economic Outlook explores options for the region to recast its production models, transform its energy matrix and create better jobs in the process.

Foreword .-- Overview: Towards a green and just transition .-- Chapter 1. Addressing the structural macro context to drive the green transition .-- Chapter 2. Harnessing the potential of the green transition to build a more inclusive development model .-- Chapter 3. Structural change for a new development model .-- Chapter 4. How to make it possible? Financing a green and just transition .-- Chapter 5. How to make it possible: Governing the green transition .-- Chapter 6. International partnerships for a green and just transition .-- Country notes.

Latin America and the Caribbean needs an ambitious and comprehensive investment agenda to embark on a stronger and more sustainable development trajectory. The 16th edition of the Latin American Economic Outlook proposes ways to make this possible through co-ordinated actions by policy makers, the private sector and international partners.

This year's Latin American Economic Outlook includes a macroeconomic overview of the ongoing economic recovery from the global financial crisis as well as an in-depth report on the middle class in Latin America.

The Latin American Economic Outlook 2021: Working Together for a Better Recovery aims to analyse and provide policy recommendations for a strong, inclusive and environmentally sustainable recovery in the region. The report explores policy actions to improve social protection mechanisms and increase social inclusion, foster regional integration and strengthen industrial strategies, and rethink the social contract to restore trust and empower citizens at all stages of the policy‐making process.