Uganda Economic Update: Step by Step – Let’s Solve the Finance Puzzle to Accelerate Growth and Shared Prosperity
On February 7, the World Bank launched its new Economic Update for Uganda, titled “Step by step - Let’s solve the finance puzzle to accelerate growth and shared prosperity”. It shows the country has made great strides in expanding the financial sector...
Sweden’s economy is resilient and growing strongly, but must address rising challenges
Composite leading indicators continue to point to growth gaining momentum in several advanced economies
Deal on voluntary EU help scheme for growth-enhancing reforms
An EU scheme offering member states technical help – such as expertise, studies, and working visits - with structural reforms needed to boost growth and jobs was informally agreed upon by MEPs and Council negotiators on Wednesday. The €142.8 million...
Better Agriculture Regulations Could Help Feed World’s Growing Population, Says WBG Report
Improving agriculture regulations in low and middle income countries could go a long way toward feeding the world’s growing population and improving farmers’ livelihoods around the world, says the latest edition of the World Bank Group’s Enabling the...
IMF Statement on Tunisia
“The Tunisian economy has remained resilient in a difficult domestic and international environment. Growth is expected to pick up to 2.5 percent in 2017 from 1.3 percent in 2016, supported by improved confidence following the successful “Tunisia 2020...
Prevention is Crucial to Reduce Crime and Violence in Latin America and the Caribbean
As crime and violence continue to be a pervasive and costly problem in Latin America and the Caribbean (LAC), the region needs to increase prevention efforts based on a clearer understanding of the complex circumstances that fuel this reality and...
Lao PDR to Strengthen Road Systems and Improve Connectivity
The Ministry of Finance and the World Bank on February 7, signed a $25 million agreement to further strengthen road maintenance systems and improve road connectivity throughout the country. The new Lao PDR Road Sector II Project is part of the country...
Portugal: Successful reforms have underpinned economic recovery
World Bank Group Allots US$200 Million for Road Repairs in Lebanon
The World Bank Group has earmarked US$200 million for upgrading Lebanon’s road network, seen as a risk to public safety as well as an impediment to urban-rural development and equitable economic growth. The funds will be used to repair around 500...
