Category: World Bank
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The Growing Crisis of Fragile Economies: A Call for Urgent Global Action
Extreme poverty is rising at an alarming rate in countries plagued by conflict, fragility, and instability—marking a troubling reversal in global development trends. According to the latest Fragile and Conflict-Affected Situations (FCS) report by the World Bank, these 39 economies now account for nearly half of the world’s extreme poor.…
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Bridging the Fiscal Gap in South Asia: Insights from the World Bank’s Regional Outlook
South Asia stands at a critical juncture. The World Bank’s latest regional economic update paints a sobering picture of dimming growth prospects, deepening fiscal vulnerabilities, and escalating climate threats. After a decade of external shocks and internal inefficiencies, the region must pivot decisively toward robust revenue mobilization and climate-resilient policy…
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The Turning Point: Can Emerging Economies Sustain Their Growth Story?
As we approach the midpoint of the twenty-first century, the global economy seems to be settling into a rhythm—but not necessarily one of strength. Global growth is projected to stabilize at 2.7% in 2025-26, which may look acceptable at a glance but falls short of what is needed to drive…
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Bridging the Digital Divide: A World Bank Call for Inclusive and Sustainable Digital Transformation
In today’s rapidly evolving world, digital transformation is no longer a luxury — it is an absolute necessity. Yet, as highlighted by the World Bank at the recent Global Digital Summit 2025, while digital technologies are accelerating economic and social progress for many, a staggering 2.1 to 2.6 billion people…
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How the World Bank is Evolving for a Livable Planet and Shared Prosperity
The world today faces an unprecedented convergence of crises: escalating wars in the Middle East and Ukraine, intensifying climate disasters, and looming economic instability fueled by mounting global debt. According to recent IMF data, global debt levels are expected to cross $100 trillion this year — the highest in recorded…
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Building an Inclusive and Secure Digital Future — The World Bank’s Vision and Challenges Ahead
As we move deeper into the digital age, the role of international organizations in shaping equitable, innovative, and secure digital ecosystems becomes increasingly vital. The World Bank, a long-standing pioneer in global digital development since the sector’s isolation phase in 1999, is entering a new phase of strategic action. This…
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