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World Bank announces multimillion-dollar redress fund after killings and abuse claims at Tanzanian project

The World Bank is taking action after human rights abuses against herders in Tanzania linked to its tourism project funding.

The World Bank should reconsider its mega dam project in Tajikistan

Funding the Rogun dam in Tajikistan may worsen human rights abuses and cause environmental disaster.

World Bank announces multimillion-dollar redress fund after killings and abuse claims at Tanzanian project

The World Bank is taking action after human rights abuses against herders in Tanzania linked to its tourism project funding.

The World Bank should reconsider its mega dam project in Tajikistan

Funding the Rogun dam in Tajikistan may worsen human rights abuses and cause environmental disaster.

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#sustainable-development

China, the World Bank, and the truth about global poverty | Aeon Essays

Global poverty has significantly decreased, but flawed measurements hide ongoing struggles faced by those just above the poverty line.

Ajay Banga

Ajay Banga's leadership at the World Bank illustrates how minor changes can drive significant progress in climate finance and institutional reform.

China, the World Bank, and the truth about global poverty | Aeon Essays

Global poverty has significantly decreased, but flawed measurements hide ongoing struggles faced by those just above the poverty line.

Ajay Banga

Ajay Banga's leadership at the World Bank illustrates how minor changes can drive significant progress in climate finance and institutional reform.

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This Trump-Voting State Has the Fastest Growing Economy in America

The U.S. economy's GDP grew by 2.9% in 2023, outperforming global and high-income country averages.

#climate-change

The World Bank Pivoted to Climate. That Now May Be a Problem.

The U.S. withdrawal from the World Bank can significantly undermine its financial stability and mission.

Fighting Climate Change Was Never an America-Only Game'

Global cooperation is essential to combat climate change, not just reliance on U.S. action.

Wars, debt, climate crisis and Covid have halted anti-poverty fight World Bank

Recent global setbacks threaten the fight against poverty, making the UN's 2030 goal unattainable.

World Bank: Poorest countries facing worst debt since 2006 DW 10/14/2024

The 26 poorest nations are experiencing the highest debt levels in 18 years, worsened by climate change and conflict.

The World Bank Pivoted to Climate. That Now May Be a Problem.

The U.S. withdrawal from the World Bank can significantly undermine its financial stability and mission.

Fighting Climate Change Was Never an America-Only Game'

Global cooperation is essential to combat climate change, not just reliance on U.S. action.

Wars, debt, climate crisis and Covid have halted anti-poverty fight World Bank

Recent global setbacks threaten the fight against poverty, making the UN's 2030 goal unattainable.

World Bank: Poorest countries facing worst debt since 2006 DW 10/14/2024

The 26 poorest nations are experiencing the highest debt levels in 18 years, worsened by climate change and conflict.

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World Bank Warns Colombian Staff Against U.S. Travel After Trump Visa Edict

The World Bank warned Colombian staff against U.S. travel due to visa restrictions imposed after Colombia rejected U.S. military deportation flights.

#investment

$35 Billion Loan Project, Led by the World Bank, Aims to Expand Electricity in Africa

Africa commits to unprecedented $35 billion investment for electricity access.

Goal to electrify 300 million people in six years faces skepticism amid past failures.

Pakistan: World Bank announces $20 billion funding plan DW 01/15/2025

Pakistan has secured a $20 billion loan plan with the World Bank to boost its economy over the next ten years.

$35 Billion Loan Project, Led by the World Bank, Aims to Expand Electricity in Africa

Africa commits to unprecedented $35 billion investment for electricity access.

Goal to electrify 300 million people in six years faces skepticism amid past failures.

Pakistan: World Bank announces $20 billion funding plan DW 01/15/2025

Pakistan has secured a $20 billion loan plan with the World Bank to boost its economy over the next ten years.

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#economic-growth

Steady global economic growth leaves poorest nations behind, World Bank says

Developing nations are struggling to escape poverty despite global economic growth forecasted at 2.7 percent.

Foreign direct investment in developing countries is currently at half the level of the early 2000s.

Structural reforms are essential for developing nations to advance economically.

The U.S. economy is strong enough to support global growth of 2.6% this year

The World Bank upgraded its global economy outlook to 2.6% due to strong growth in the United States, despite challenges like heavy debts and trade barriers.

World Bank warns 108 countries risk being stuck in middle-income trap'

Emerging market countries at risk of middle-income trap without radical growth strategies.

World Bank lifts China growth forecasts but calls for deeper reforms

The World Bank projects China's economy to grow by 4.9% in 2024, urging structural reforms amid ongoing challenges.

Malaysia could reach high-income status by 2028, World Bank says

Malaysia on track to achieve high-income status by 2028 due to improved economic growth and reforms.

World Bank Sees Rosier Growth Outlook

The World Bank raised its global economic growth outlook while cautioning against the impact of new trade barriers and protectionist policies.

Steady global economic growth leaves poorest nations behind, World Bank says

Developing nations are struggling to escape poverty despite global economic growth forecasted at 2.7 percent.

Foreign direct investment in developing countries is currently at half the level of the early 2000s.

Structural reforms are essential for developing nations to advance economically.

The U.S. economy is strong enough to support global growth of 2.6% this year

The World Bank upgraded its global economy outlook to 2.6% due to strong growth in the United States, despite challenges like heavy debts and trade barriers.

World Bank warns 108 countries risk being stuck in middle-income trap'

Emerging market countries at risk of middle-income trap without radical growth strategies.

World Bank lifts China growth forecasts but calls for deeper reforms

The World Bank projects China's economy to grow by 4.9% in 2024, urging structural reforms amid ongoing challenges.

Malaysia could reach high-income status by 2028, World Bank says

Malaysia on track to achieve high-income status by 2028 due to improved economic growth and reforms.

World Bank Sees Rosier Growth Outlook

The World Bank raised its global economic growth outlook while cautioning against the impact of new trade barriers and protectionist policies.

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Africa, Colonialism, and the Paradox of International Aid - Non Profit News | Nonprofit Quarterly

Mission 300 aims to provide green-energy access to 300 million people in Sub-Saharan Africa by 2030, essential for economic development.

World Bank announces record $100bn support for world's poorest countries

The World Bank raised $24bn to provide loans and grants for 78 countries in need, aiming for a total impact of $100bn.

#imf

Yellen Rebukes Chinese Lending Practices in Call for Debt Relief

Yellen criticized China's lending practices and called for swift global debt relief for disadvantaged nations to support their development efforts.

The IMF and the World Bank must be abolished to save the planet

The World Bank and IMF exacerbate the impact of climate disasters in the Global South, particularly in the Caribbean, calling for their abolition.

Yellen Rebukes Chinese Lending Practices in Call for Debt Relief

Yellen criticized China's lending practices and called for swift global debt relief for disadvantaged nations to support their development efforts.

The IMF and the World Bank must be abolished to save the planet

The World Bank and IMF exacerbate the impact of climate disasters in the Global South, particularly in the Caribbean, calling for their abolition.

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Petrol and food prices will fall thanks to oil glut, says World Bank

Petrol and food prices are expected to decrease over the next two years due to increased oil production, easing consumer cost pressures.

Poorest countries in worst financial shape since 2006, World Bank says

Low-income countries are economically worse off post-COVID-19, requiring significant investment to meet development goals and recover from deepening debts.

India's Crypto Discussion Paper on Hold Due to Other Priorities

India has delayed releasing a crypto discussion paper due to higher priorities such as global meetings and upcoming elections.

World Bank Pulls Advertising From Twitter/X Over Ads Appearing Under Racist Content

The World Bank withdrew all its ads from Twitter/X after they were placed alongside white supremacist content, highlighting concerns over platform safety protocols.

The Average Person in This Country Makes in a Year What US Minimum Wage Workers Earn in a Month

The World Bank uses GNI per capita data to determine the poorest countries.

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World Bank announces multimillion-dollar redress fund after killings and abuse claims at Tanzanian project

The World Bank should reconsider its mega dam project in Tajikistan

World Bank announces multimillion-dollar redress fund after killings and abuse claims at Tanzanian project

The World Bank should reconsider its mega dam project in Tajikistan

China, the World Bank, and the truth about global poverty | Aeon Essays

Ajay Banga

China, the World Bank, and the truth about global poverty | Aeon Essays

Ajay Banga

This Trump-Voting State Has the Fastest Growing Economy in America

The World Bank Pivoted to Climate. That Now May Be a Problem.

Fighting Climate Change Was Never an America-Only Game'

Wars, debt, climate crisis and Covid have halted anti-poverty fight World Bank

World Bank: Poorest countries facing worst debt since 2006 DW 10/14/2024

The World Bank Pivoted to Climate. That Now May Be a Problem.

Fighting Climate Change Was Never an America-Only Game'

Wars, debt, climate crisis and Covid have halted anti-poverty fight World Bank

World Bank: Poorest countries facing worst debt since 2006 DW 10/14/2024

World Bank Warns Colombian Staff Against U.S. Travel After Trump Visa Edict

$35 Billion Loan Project, Led by the World Bank, Aims to Expand Electricity in Africa

Pakistan: World Bank announces $20 billion funding plan DW 01/15/2025

$35 Billion Loan Project, Led by the World Bank, Aims to Expand Electricity in Africa

Pakistan: World Bank announces $20 billion funding plan DW 01/15/2025

Steady global economic growth leaves poorest nations behind, World Bank says

The U.S. economy is strong enough to support global growth of 2.6% this year

World Bank warns 108 countries risk being stuck in middle-income trap'

World Bank lifts China growth forecasts but calls for deeper reforms

Malaysia could reach high-income status by 2028, World Bank says

World Bank Sees Rosier Growth Outlook

Steady global economic growth leaves poorest nations behind, World Bank says

The U.S. economy is strong enough to support global growth of 2.6% this year

World Bank warns 108 countries risk being stuck in middle-income trap'

World Bank lifts China growth forecasts but calls for deeper reforms

Malaysia could reach high-income status by 2028, World Bank says

World Bank Sees Rosier Growth Outlook

Africa, Colonialism, and the Paradox of International Aid - Non Profit News | Nonprofit Quarterly

World Bank announces record $100bn support for world's poorest countries

Yellen Rebukes Chinese Lending Practices in Call for Debt Relief

The IMF and the World Bank must be abolished to save the planet

Yellen Rebukes Chinese Lending Practices in Call for Debt Relief

The IMF and the World Bank must be abolished to save the planet

Petrol and food prices will fall thanks to oil glut, says World Bank

Poorest countries in worst financial shape since 2006, World Bank says

India's Crypto Discussion Paper on Hold Due to Other Priorities

World Bank Pulls Advertising From Twitter/X Over Ads Appearing Under Racist Content

The Average Person in This Country Makes in a Year What US Minimum Wage Workers Earn in a Month

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