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World Bank allocates $50 million to enhance sustainable agriculture in Haiti
By Globe Banner | Apr 28, 2025
The World Bank's Board of Executive Directors has approved a $50 million grant for Haiti as part of the second installment of the Haiti – Resilient Landscape Project.
World Bank approves $33 million grant for Zambia's water and sanitation program
By Globe Banner | Apr 28, 2025
A grant from the World Bank has been approved to improve Zambia's water supply and sanitation services.
BanglaShield wins at sustainable investing challenge addressing global issues
By Globe Banner | Apr 28, 2025
The Morgan Stanley Institute for Sustainable Investing and Kellogg School of Management at Northwestern University announced the BanglaShield team from Oxford University as the winner of the 15th annual Kellogg-Morgan Stanley Sustainable Investing...
Sun Life expands family leave insurance to three additional states
By Globe Banner | Apr 28, 2025
Sun Life U.S. has expanded its Family Leave Insurance (FLI) program to include three additional states: Arizona, Wyoming, and Pennsylvania.
World Bank highlights organized crime's impact on Latin American economic growth
By Globe Banner | Apr 28, 2025
Organized crime and violence are presenting significant challenges to development in Latin America and the Caribbean, according to the World Bank’s latest Latin America and the Caribbean Economic Review (LACER).
World Bank report projects slight dip in Western Balkans' growth in 2025 amid global uncertainties
By Globe Banner | Apr 28, 2025
Economic growth in the Western Balkans is forecasted to experience a slight deceleration in 2025, primarily due to lower external demand and uncertainty stemming from evolving global trade policies.
World Bank finances Dominica to strengthen fiscal and disaster resilience
By Globe Banner | Apr 28, 2025
The Board of Executive Directors of the World Bank has approved new financing for the Commonwealth of Dominica.
MENA countries take action against worsening water crisis
By Globe Banner | Apr 28, 2025
Countries in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) are undertaking decisive measures to tackle an escalating water crisis.
Siemens to supply hydrogen trains to improve eco-friendly rail transport
By Globe Banner | Apr 28, 2025
Siemens Mobility has announced the production of emission-free hydrogen-powered trains for Südostbayernbahn.
MENA countries implement measures to combat water crisis
By Globe Banner | Apr 28, 2025
In the face of a worsening water crisis, nations across the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) are implementing significant measures to secure a sustainable water future for their citizens.
Moloney addresses digital asset challenges at IIF roundtable
By Globe Banner | Apr 25, 2025
Martin Moloney, a prominent figure in financial regulation, recently addressed the IIF Digital Assets Roundtable.
Romance scams increase by 20% as online dating marks 30-year anniversary
By Globe Banner | Apr 25, 2025
The Barclays Scams Bulletin has highlighted a rise in romance scams as online dating reaches a milestone, marking 30 years since the launch of the first leading platform.
Fubon collaborates with partners for sustainable development navigation program
By Globe Banner | Apr 25, 2025
Fubon Financial Holdings, in collaboration with Taiwan Mobile and Fu Jen Catholic University, has launched the 'Sustainable Development Navigation Program.'
Ireland increases IDA funding to €141.4 million for low-income countries
By Globe Banner | Apr 24, 2025
Ireland has announced an increase of 33 percent in its contribution to the International Development Association (IDA), pledging €141.4 million.
Macquarie remains top broker in Extel Asia survey for 2025
By Globe Banner | Apr 24, 2025
Macquarie has maintained its leading position in the 2025 Extel Asia (ex-Japan/ANZ) Local Broker survey.
World Bank projects slower economic growth in East Asia and Pacific for 2025
By Globe Banner | Apr 24, 2025
The World Bank has released its 2025 Regional Economic Update, highlighting that the East Asia and Pacific (EAP) region experienced significant economic growth in 2024 compared to other regions.
Sun Life U.S. earns Top Place to Work award in Wisconsin
By Globe Banner | Apr 24, 2025
Sun Life U.S. has been recognized as a Top Place to Work in Southern Wisconsin by the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel for the second year in a row.
Morgan Stanley leads Extel's Asia research rankings for the 11th year in a row
By Globe Banner | Apr 24, 2025
Morgan Stanley has achieved notable recognition by securing the top position in Extel's Asia Research Team annual rankings for the 11th consecutive year.
World Bank and Generation India partner to address employment gap in India
By Globe Banner | Apr 24, 2025
Positive economic mobility can significantly change lives by providing better opportunities and stability.
Andrea Casati joins Standard Chartered as head of client development, global banking
By Globe Banner | Apr 24, 2025
Andrea Casati has been appointed as the new Head of Client Development for Global Banking at Standard Chartered.