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Report outlines strategies for empowering African adolescent girls

Amid increasing calls to invest in human capital and expand job opportunities for Africa's youth, a new report highlights the challenges faced by adolescent girls in the region.


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World Bank supports Barbados' hurricane recovery with $54 million project

The World Bank has approved the Beryl Emergency Response and Recovery Project to aid Barbados in recovering from Hurricane Beryl.


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Nepal partners with World Bank for $128 million road improvement project

The Government of Nepal and the World Bank have launched a $128 million project aimed at improving Nepal's provincial and local road network.


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World Bank addresses tech-driven changes at Wuzhen Summit

Wencai Zhang, the Managing Director and Chief Administrative Officer of the World Bank Group, addressed the 2024 Wuzhen Summit at the Annual World Internet Conference.


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World Bank supports educational continuity for millions of children in Sudan

A new initiative supported by the World Bank aims to maintain educational continuity for nearly four million students in Sudan.


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World Bank outlines path for Viet Nam's economic growth towards high-income status

A new World Bank report, "Viet Nam 2045: Trading Up in a Changing World – Pathways to a High-Income Future," examines how Viet Nam can enhance its role in global value chains to achieve high-income status by 2045.


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Morgan Stanley outlines future-ready strategies for evolving family offices

Morgan Stanley Wealth Management has released a report highlighting key focus areas for family offices aiming to enhance their growth strategies.


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World Bank outlines strategies for enhancing Cambodia's transport connectivity

A recent report by the World Bank titled "Cambodia’s Regional Connectivity: Unlocking the Full Potential of Transport Corridors" highlights significant challenges in Cambodia's transport sector.


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Yemen report highlights impact of conflict on climate resilience

The Yemen Country Climate and Development Report (CCDR) presents a comprehensive analysis of the challenges and opportunities posed by climate change in Yemen.


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Bosnia urged to invest $6.8 billion against climate impacts

Bosnia and Herzegovina is urged to invest $6.8 billion over the next decade to safeguard its population, assets, and economy from the intensifying impacts of climate change.


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Gambian women face hurdles in tourism despite high interest

Women in The Gambia's tourism sector face significant challenges, as highlighted by a recent gender assessment.


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Fubon's subsidiaries win big at Taiwan Corporate Sustainability Awards

Fubon Financial Holdings and its subsidiaries have been recognized with 12 awards at the "2024 Taiwan Corporate Sustainability Awards - Individual Performance Award" ceremony organized by the Taiwan Institute for Sustainable Energy.


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World Bank report highlights limited reach of economic inclusion programs

Economic inclusion programs are proving to be effective and economical, yet they currently reach only about 10% of the world's poorest populations, according to a report by the World Bank.


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World Bank warns climate risks threaten up to 6% GDP loss annually in Djibouti

Increasing exposure to extreme weather events in Djibouti poses significant risks to both livelihoods and the nation's long-term economic growth, according to a report by the World Bank Group.


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World Bank urges urgent climate investment amid Yemen's conflict challenges

Yemen, already struggling with the impacts of a prolonged conflict, is facing increasing threats from climate change.


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Morgan Stanley opens Southeast Asia HQ in Singapore

Morgan Stanley has announced the opening of its new Southeast Asia headquarters in Singapore.


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Yuanta Group honored with BSI awards for sustainability efforts

Yuanta Financial Holding Company (FHC) has been recognized by the British Standards Institution (BSI) for its efforts in promoting sustainable development and information security management.


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Argentina explores aquaculture potential with World Bank-backed strategies

A recent World Bank analysis has highlighted the potential of Argentina's aquaculture sector, focusing on pacú, rainbow trout, and mussels.


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Yuanta Group honored with eight awards at Taiwan Corporate Sustainability Awards

Yuanta Financial Holding Company (FHC) has received recognition for its commitment to sustainability, winning eight awards at the Taiwan Corporate Sustainability Awards (TCSA).


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Djibouti faces significant climate threats impacting its economy

Djibouti is confronting significant climate challenges that threaten its economy and infrastructure.