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Women drive change through economic empowerment initiatives in rural Djibouti

The Development Response to Displacement Impacts Project (DRDIP), initiated in 2017, aimed to enhance the living conditions of displaced populations and host communities in Djibouti, Ethiopia, and Kenya.


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World Bank pledges continued support for Bangladesh's development

DHAKA, July 16, 2025—Johannes Zutt, Vice President for South Asia at the World Bank, concluded his initial official visit to Bangladesh.


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World Bank supports Croatia's growth with new partnership framework

Over the past decade, Croatia has demonstrated economic resilience in a changing global environment.


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Indofen partners with Siemens for digital transformation in aluminum recycling

In a move to modernize operations and enhance efficiency, Indofen Furnaces LLP, an Indian manufacturer specializing in advanced furnace systems for the aluminum recycling and die casting industry, has adopted Siemens' Industrial Edge solution.


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KfW IPEX-Bank finances Turkish wind farms for energy transition

KfW IPEX-Bank is advancing its role in Europe's energy transition by financing two wind farms in Türkiye.


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New battery-powered trains introduced for low-emission travel in North Rhine-Westphalia

The introduction of new battery-powered trains marks a significant step towards low-emission regional mobility in North Rhine-Westphalia.


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BMO announces application opening for Los Angeles Wildfire Recovery Fund

BMO has announced that its Wildfire Recovery Fund is now accepting applications to support the Los Angeles community in recovering from this year's wildfires.


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Morgan Stanley launches tool to assess US stock vulnerability

Morgan Stanley Wealth Management has introduced the Equity Vulnerability Score, a new tool designed to help clients and financial advisors assess the potential risk of U.S. stocks dropping in value.


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Arch Insurance promotes Nick Barry as underwriting manager for southern region

Nick Barry has been promoted to the role of Accident & Health Underwriting Manager for the Southern Region at Arch Insurance Australia, effective immediately.


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Everest promotes Jill Beggs as EVP and CEO of Reinsurance

Everest Group, Ltd. has announced the promotion of Jill Beggs to Executive Vice President and Chief Executive Officer of Reinsurance.


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World Bank Group outlines strategies to empower global female entrepreneurs

In rural India, two small business owners, Rekha and Jaya, highlight the disparities in entrepreneurial success despite similar initial conditions.


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Fubon Financial donates NT$20 million for Typhoon Danas relief efforts

Fubon Financial Holdings has announced a donation of NT$20 million to the Disaster Relief Donation Account of the Taiwan Foundation for Disaster Relief, which is managed by the Ministry of Health and Welfare.


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Barclays partners with S&P Global on multiyear strategic agreement

Barclays has announced a new multi-year strategic agreement with S&P Global, aiming to enhance its business offerings.


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World Bank supports Egypt's economic and social reforms for sustainable development

Egypt is undergoing significant economic and social reforms to promote sustainable and inclusive development.


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Alex Ham appointed global chairman of investment banking at Barclays

Barclays has announced the appointment of Alex Ham as Global Chairman of Investment Banking.


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World Bank approves $9.175M grant for urban resilience in Central African Republic

The World Bank has approved an additional grant of $9.175 million from the Global Environment Facility for the Inclusive and Resilient Cities Project in the Central African Republic.


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Madagascar's TALIM project receives $185M funding to improve primary education outcomes

Antananarivo, July 22, 2025 — The newly approved Transforming Access and Learning in Madagascar (TALIM) Project aims to benefit 4.7 million Malagasy students in pre-primary and primary education, along with 135,000 teachers and 27,000 public...


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Mauritania and Chad sign $137M education funding agreements with World Bank support

The governments of Mauritania and Chad have signed funding agreements for the Regional Engagement for Learning and Collaboration in Education (RELANCE) Project.


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ANZ supports Women's Livelihood Bond 7 for empowerment across Asia

ANZ has announced its involvement in the initial tranche of the Women's Livelihood Bond 7 (WLB7), a bond issuance by Impact Investment Exchange (IIX).


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Hospitality sector sees boost from office returns amid economic shifts

Barclays has reported that the Hospitality and Leisure (H&L) sector is experiencing growth due to increased footfall from workers returning to offices.