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The U.S. Embassy and Dashoguz American Corner, in collaboration with the Dashoguz Regional Library, hosted the inaugural Creative Technology Festival on October 23.

Morgan Stanley honored with two industry awards from MMI/Barron's

Morgan Stanley has been recognized with two prestigious awards from the Money Management Institute (MMI) and Barron’s. The firm received the Wealth Manager Platform of The Year Award for its Morgan Stanley Wealth Management (MSWM) Select UMA...

COP29 focuses on finance as key issues take center stage

The upcoming UN Climate Change Conference, COP29, is scheduled to occur in Baku, Azerbaijan, from November 11-22.

New report explores VC valuation methods in MENA's evolving start-up scene

A new report titled “VC Valuation in MENA: A Reality Check” offers an in-depth look into the methodologies venture capitalists use to value portfolio companies in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region.

World Bank grants $21 million for Samoan finance sector development

The World Bank has approved a $21 million grant to support the Samoa Finance Sector Resilience and Development Project.

KfW IPEX-Bank finances major Turkish wind farm project

KfW IPEX-Bank is playing a key role in the development of the "Enerjisa YEKA-2" onshore wind farm project in Türkiye.

IMF announces upcoming staff visit to Romania for economic assessment

Today, the International Monetary Fund (IMF) announced that an IMF mission will be visiting Bucharest from November 5 to November 8, 2024.

WTO members discuss compliance with safeguard rules at latest committee meeting

Japan and Australia emphasized the importance of compliance with rules when implementing safeguard actions during a recent World Trade Organization (WTO) committee meeting.

Hexagon's R-evolution aims for sustainability through data-driven green-tech ventures

Erik Josefsson, CEO of R-evolution, a venture within Hexagon, discusses the company's efforts to accelerate the transition to a sustainable economy.

Okonjo-Iweala urges reform of global trade amid new challenges

Director-General Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala has called for a reimagining of the global trade system in response to growing challenges.

Sweden and Iceland invest in World Bank's hybrid capital

Sweden and Iceland have announced their commitments to invest in hybrid capital, a financial product that significantly enhances the World Bank's lending capacity.

Uzbekistan accelerates WTO accession efforts through significant economic reforms

Uzbekistan's efforts to join the World Trade Organization (WTO) were discussed at a high-level event in Washington D.C., with Deputy Director-General (DDG) Hill highlighting the country's progress.

Rogun hydropower plant project progresses towards regional energy security

Tajikistan is progressing with the Rogun Hydropower Plant Project, which aims to enhance energy security and promote renewable energy in Central Asia.

Uzbekistan advances toward WTO membership amid ongoing economic reforms

The 2024 Annual Meetings of the World Bank Group and the International Monetary Fund included a discussion on Uzbekistan's path to accession to the World Trade Organization (WTO).

Yuanta Group wins 14 National Brand Yushan Awards across multiple categories

Yuanta Financial Holding Company (FHC) and its subsidiaries have received recognition at the 21st National Brand Yushan Awards, securing a total of fourteen awards.

Japan partners with World Bank in $1B portfolio guarantee deal

Japan has entered into a $1 billion portfolio guarantee agreement with the World Bank, aimed at enhancing financing for projects that tackle global challenges.

World Bank Conclave focuses on equipping youth with essential future job skills

In a rapidly evolving world influenced by digital technology, climate change, and fragility, the youth face new challenges and opportunities.

Binance CEO: 'deeply relieved and grateful that Tigran Gambaryan has finally been released' from Nigerian prison

Binance CEO Richard Teng expressed gratitude to all parties involved in securing the release of Tigran Gambaryan, Binance's head of financial crime compliance, from Nigeria. Gambaryan had been detained since February. Teng shared his statement in an October 24 post on X.

WTO-IFC collaboration aims to enhance supply chain financing for small businesses

The World Trade Organization (WTO) and the International Finance Corporation (IFC) have been working together to improve access to supply chain finance, as highlighted by WTO Director-General Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala.

Japan commits $1 billion guarantee with World Bank for global projects