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World Bank urges rapid cooling of Israel-Gaza conflict as annual meetings start

"We're all just very much taken aback by the magnitude of the casualties on both sides," Anna Bjerde, the World Bank's managing director of operations said.

By REUTERS
09/10/2023

The global economy is in a difficult place, World Bank chief says

The World Bank last month cut its 2024 forecast for global economic growth to 2.4% from 2.7% earlier, citing global monetary tightening.

By REUTERS
17/07/2023

Ukraine to receive $1.5b. from World Bank to support reconstruction

The funds will be provided with guarantees from the Japanese government and channeled to support social security and economic development.

By REUTERS
30/06/2023

Outlook for Palestinian economy ‘bleak,’ World Bank says

The report attributed the slowing Palestinian economy in part to restrictions on mobility, imports, and trade imposed by Israel.

By MOHAMMAD AL-KASSIM/THE MEDIA LINE
08/05/2023

Biden's pick to lead World Bank, Ajay Banga, is gaining support

Ajay Banga, an Indian-born American former business executive, is gaining momentum to head the World Bank.

By REUTERS
09/03/2023
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