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Recent News About The World Bank
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World Bank supports Amaravati's growth into an economic hub
The Government of India has sought assistance from the World Bank to develop Amaravati as a new economic hub and state capital for Andhra Pradesh.
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Crystal Simeoni shares wisdom with African women economists at TAP-AAAWE webinar
Recently, the Think Africa Partnership (TAP) and the Association for the Advancement of African Women Economists (AAAWE) hosted a webinar titled "African Women in the Economics Profession."
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World Bank approves $800M loan for Amaravati City development
The World Bank's Board of Executive Directors has approved an $800 million program to support the development of Amaravati City in Andhra Pradesh, India.
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World Bank calls for fiscal reform to boost Turkish Cypriot economy
The World Bank has released a series of reports addressing the economic conditions in the Turkish Cypriot community, highlighting a decline in living standards from 2014 to 2021.
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World Bank funds Moroccan agriculture program for climate resilience
The World Bank has announced the approval of $250 million for the Morocco Transforming Agri-food Systems Program.
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World Bank report highlights clean-tech export potential in Central Eastern Europe
Clean technology exports from Central and Eastern Europe have the potential to significantly increase, enhancing the EU economy and its global standing, according to the latest EU Regular Economic Report by the World Bank.
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Burundi's new project aims at boosting land productivity amid climate challenges
A new project has been launched to enhance land productivity and climate resilience for 1.3 million people in Burundi while creating 42,000 indirect jobs.
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World Bank approves $1.16 billion aid package for Bangladesh's sustainable development
The World Bank has approved $1.16 billion in financing to support Bangladesh's development in health services, water and sanitation, and climate resilience.
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World Bank approves $700 million credit for Ethiopian financial sector strengthening
The World Bank has announced a substantial increase in its support for Ethiopia's financial sector through a newly approved $700 million credit from the International Development Association (IDA) for the Financial Sector Strengthening Project...
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Pandemic Fund announces third funding round with $500 million grant allocation
The Pandemic Fund has announced a new grant envelope of $500 million for its third round of funding, aimed at enhancing health systems in low- and middle-income countries.
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World Bank leads effort for Ganges River Dolphin conservation
In the waters of the Ganges, Brahmaputra, and Meghna River Basin, the Ganges River Dolphin is struggling for survival.
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World Bank transitions African mining legislation project leadership after successful decade
As global demand for transition minerals increases, African nations like Burkina Faso, Ghana, Morocco, and the Democratic Republic of Congo are poised to benefit significantly.
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World Bank outlines key reforms for boosting Uzbekistan's service sector
The World Bank has released a report examining Uzbekistan's services sector, focusing on its development challenges and opportunities.
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World Bank supports major road connectivity project in northwestern Honduras
The World Bank has approved a significant project aimed at improving road connectivity in northwestern Honduras.
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World Bank approves $100M funding for Togo's digital transformation
The World Bank has approved a $100 million financing initiative to support Togo's digital transformation.
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World Bank approves $100M package for Zambia's climate resilience
The World Bank's Board of Executive Directors has sanctioned a new financial initiative aimed at bolstering Zambia's resilience against natural disasters.
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Haiti's crisis persists as residents strive for progress with international aid
In the face of Haiti's enduring challenges, Roseline Jozil's resilience mirrors that of countless others striving for progress amidst adversity.
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World Bank advises Armenia on fairer taxes and efficient educational spending
A new report from the World Bank suggests that Armenia could achieve its revenue, education, and sustainable growth targets by making its tax system fairer and investing in educational quality.
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World Bank approves $2 billion package for Ukraine's economic growth
The World Bank's Board of Executive Directors has approved a Development Policy Operation (DPO) for Ukraine, aiming to enhance the country's economic policy framework and financial stability.
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Serbia's path to resilience: Adapting to climate change through strategic investments
Serbia faces a range of climate-related hazards, including floods, landslides, droughts, heat waves, wildfires, and earthquakes.