New targets will focus on use of broadband, social protection, and access to capital as part of the Gender Strategy, which is ...

Washington, October 31, 2024—1.2 billion people face life-changing risks through exposure to at least one critical climate hazard, such as heatwaves, flooding, hurricanes, and drought. However, a new ...

It is a privilege to stand before you at the convergence of two important moments for the World Bank Group: - A moment to celebrate what we have achieved in 80 years and reflect on the lessons we have ...

Japan signed a $1 billion portfolio guarantee agreement on Friday that will scale up financing from the International Bank for Reconstruction and Development for projects that address global ...

ワシントン、2024年10月10日—南アジア地域の今年の成長率は、以前の予測を上回る6.4%に伸び、引き続き世界で最も急成長中の地域となる勢いである。女性の労働参加拡大とグローバルな貿易 ...

The World Bank Group today announced a strategic pivot in its approach to agribusiness with a goal to create a comprehensive ecosystem for the industry. The shift will combine a new way of working ...

Spain has announced an early financial commitment of €400 million to the International Development Association, the World Bank’s fund for low-income countries. This is a 37% increase compared to the ...

The World Bank Group’s journey to become a better, bigger, and more effective Bank has advanced at a rapid pace. That progress—and a new focus and ambition on jobs—was on full display at the Annual ...

Despite an improvement in near-term prospects, the global outlook remains subdued by historical standards. In 2024-25, growth is set to underperform its 2010s average in nearly 60 percent of economies ...

The World Bank Group has set a clear mission: ending poverty and boosting shared prosperity on a livable planet. This report offers the first post-pandemic assessment of global progress toward these ...

Foster Discussions: Advance conversations on market effects, resilience to shocks, women’s economic empowerment, implementation quality, and cost-effectiveness. Share Insights: Provide a platform for ...

The real GDP of the Honduran economy grew by approximately 3.6 percent in 2023, reflecting a deceleration when compared to the 4 percent recorded in 2022. This reduced growth is partially attributable ...