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Tajikistan's robust growth tempered by structural challenges
By Globe Banner | Jul 16, 2024
The Tajikistan Economic Update is an annual report that analyzes recent economic developments, prospects, and policy issues in Tajikistan.
Key highlights from CPIA Africa report on structural reforms
By Globe Banner | Jul 16, 2024
The Country Policy and Institutional Assessment (CPIA) for Africa is an annual diagnostic tool for Sub-Saharan African (SSA) countries eligible for financing from the International Development Association (IDA), a part of the World Bank that assists low-income countries by providing grants and low to zero-interest loans. The CPIA Report aims to capture the quality of each country’s policies and institutional arrangements, focusing on elements within the country’s control. The scores assess sustainable growth and poverty reduction supported through existing frameworks.
Tanzania's integrated justice centers improve access for women and families
By Globe Banner | Jul 16, 2024
DAR ES SALAAM, July 16, 2024 — Fatuma Mbaruku, a 38-year-old mother of four, traveled from Azimio to the Temeke Integrated Justice Center to file for custody and support for her children following her 2023 divorce.
Caribbean institute launches platforms to boost environmental sustainability
By Globe Banner | Jul 16, 2024
Port of Spain, 28 June 2024 – In 2023, the Caribbean Natural Resources Institute (CANARI) launched two online platforms aimed at enhancing environmental stewardship and sustainable development efforts across the Caribbean. The Caribbean Resilience Knowledge Platform and the Caribbean Local Green-Blue Enterprises (LGEs) Knowledge Platform serve as dynamic hubs for individuals, communities, and organizations to share knowledge, ideas, and solutions.
Jamaican farmers adapt to climate change with new strategies
By Globe Banner | Jul 16, 2024
Arlette Dunkley-Fullerton, a farmer in Jamaica's Cockpit Country Key Biodiversity Area (KBA), has observed significant changes in rainfall patterns and crop growing seasons over the past 20 years. "The work that Jamaica Environment Trust did to help us plan for climate change in our area was not just informative about climate change, it was an eye-opener, especially for the group members," says Arlette, who is also Vice President of the South East Cockpit Country Local Forest Management Committee Benevolent Society.
World Bank stresses need for competitive neutrality in Tajikistan's economic growth
By Globe Banner | Jul 16, 2024
Tajikistan's economy has demonstrated significant growth in recent years, with an expansion of 8.3% in 2023 and 8.2% in early 2024, according to the World Bank’s latest Tajikistan Economic Update released today. The report attributes this growth to increased revenues from gold exports and substantial public infrastructure spending. Additionally, robust worker remittances and public wage increases have bolstered domestic demand, contributing to overall poverty reduction.
New CPIA report highlights Sub-Saharan Africa's resilience amid global shocks
By Globe Banner | Jul 16, 2024
Accra, July 16, 2024—The annual Country Policy and Institutional Assessment (CPIA) for Africa confirms that countries in Sub-Saharan Africa (SSA) weathered 2023 relatively well thanks to credible economic and social policy reforms. In particular, governments and central banks have started to shift attention from weathering global shocks to building credibility, capacity, and transparency.
Antiguan women lead local conservation efforts supported by international funding
By Globe Banner | Jul 16, 2024
Port of Spain, 28 June 2024 – “Growing up, people weren’t telling us to be marine ecologists; people weren’t telling us to go out and study the environment,” recalls Johnella Bradshaw of the Environmental Awareness Group (EAG) in Antigua and Barbuda. Instead, Johnella and her peers were encouraged to pursue careers in law and medicine. But once Johnella discovered her passion for the environment, she realized the importance of conservation. “We understand why people were pushing those career paths our way, but we survive on this earth, on our island, and if we are not...
U.S. ambassador begins diplomatic mission in Timor-Leste
By Globe Banner | Jul 16, 2024
Dili, Timor-Leste – On July 16, 2024, Donna Ann Welton officially commenced her role as the U.S. Ambassador to Timor-Leste by presenting her credentials to President José Ramos-Horta at the Presidential Palace in Dili.
Trade facilitation program aims for inclusive growth in MENA region
By Globe Banner | Jul 16, 2024
The Trade Facilitation Support Program in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region, funded by the Government of Sweden, aims to streamline trade processes, reduce costs, and enhance connectivity. The initiative is designed to boost regional and international trade by aligning with international standards and focusing on inclusive growth. This approach is expected to drive economic development, reduce poverty, and create opportunities across the MENA region.
WTO committee discusses developing economies' participation in trade
By Globe Banner | Jul 16, 2024
The Chair of the Committee on Trade and Development updated members on efforts to streamline discussions through consultations, informal thematic sessions, and more focused meeting agendas. Members expressed appreciation for these initiatives.
World Trade Congress on Gender extends call for papers deadline
By Globe Banner | Jul 15, 2024
The deadline for paper submissions to the World Trade Congress on Gender 2025 has been extended. Following its successful inaugural edition in December 2022, this international research conference will examine how innovation can drive women's empowerment and its implications for trade policies. The event aims to provide a platform for researchers and policymakers to discuss and gain insights into enhancing gender equality through innovation, the impact of new technologies on women's access to trade opportunities, and ways trade policies can foster such innovation.
Pacific Regional Trade Facilitation Strategy aims to streamline trade processes
By Globe Banner | Jul 15, 2024
The Pacific Regional Trade Facilitation Strategy, developed with support from the World Bank, aims to assist Pacific Island Forum (PIF) members in implementing national trade facilitation reforms. These reforms are designed to reduce administrative barriers such as excessive documentation, complex border procedures, and inefficient regulations that increase costs and delays in trade, thereby hindering economic development.
Germany partners with World Bank on strengthening education in the Sahel
By Globe Banner | Jul 15, 2024
BERLIN, WASHINGTON D.C., July 15, 2024 - German Federal Minister for Economic Cooperation and Development, Svenja Schulze, and World Bank Vice President for Western and Central Africa, Ousmane Diagana, have agreed to strengthen their partnership under a joint initiative to support education and skills development in the Sahel.
IFC selects Freshfields for review of CAO's Bridge International Academies probe
By Globe Banner | Jul 15, 2024
The Board of Executive Directors of the International Finance Corporation (IFC) announced today that they have selected the global law firm Freshfields Bruckhaus Deringer to investigate the circumstances surrounding the Compliance Advisor Ombudsman’s (CAO) investigation of IFC’s investment in Bridge International Academies.
WTO Director-General urges genuine negotiation among members
By Globe Banner | Jul 15, 2024
The Director-General of the World Trade Organization (WTO) has urged members to transition from discussion to action in their negotiations. Speaking at a Trade Negotiations Committee (TNC) meeting, she acknowledged that while progress had stalled on key issues, there was recognition of the need to restart negotiations following a heads of delegation retreat on July 8.
Social Security representatives to visit Bratislava for outreach in September 2024
By Globe Banner | Jul 15, 2024
Representatives from the Social Security Administration will be in Bratislava this September to assist U.S. citizens with Social Security-related issues.
Binance Head of Law Enforcement Training: 'we often provide hands-on investigation assistance' to law enforcement
By Globe Banner | Jul 15, 2024
Jarek Jakubcek, the head of Law Enforcement Training at the cryptocurrency exchange Binance, stated that his team assists law enforcement agencies in investigating cybercrimes involving cryptocurrencies. Jakubcek shared this information in a July 11 post on Binance's website.
Digital Chamber: Nigerian government's arrest of U.S. citizen 'threatens all crypto professionals'
By Globe Banner | Jul 15, 2024
The Digital Chamber, a blockchain industry advocacy organization, stated that the Nigerian government's arrest of Binance employee and former U.S. federal agent Tigran Gambaryan "threatens all crypto professionals." The Chamber shared its statement in a July 12 post on X.
ADL survery reveals an increase in anti-Israel attitudes in J7 task force countries
By Globe Banner | Jul 15, 2024
The Anti-Defamation League (ADL) has released the results of a survey related to antisemitic and anti-Israel attitudes across J7 task force countries, where some of the largest Jewish populations reside outside of Israel. The poll revealed that 56% of respondents agreed with the "dual loyalty" trope, or the notion that Jews are more loyal to Israel than to their home country.