Job Quality in Cambodia is Improving, but New Policies Are Needed to Benefit from Global Markets
The diversity and quality of jobs available in Cambodia is improving, yet new policies are needed for Cambodia to benefit from the opportunities available in future global markets, according to a World Bank report, Cambodia’s Future Jobs: Linking to...
IMF Staff Completes 2019 Article IV and Second ECF Review Mission to Sierra Leone
An International Monetary Fund (IMF) mission, led by Karen Ongley, visited Freetown during October 30-November 13, 2019 to conduct the 2019 Article IV consultation and the second review of the IMF arrangement under the Extended Credit Facility (ECF),...
Ambitious Reforms for Stronger Economic Growth in Ukraine
Economic growth in Ukraine picked up to 3.6 percent in the first half of 2019 and 4.2 percent in the third quarter driven by a strong agricultural harvest and consumption growth from higher wages, remittances, and a resumption of consumer lending,...
World Bank and Swedbank Partner to Raise Awareness for Sustainable Water and Ocean Resources
The World Bank (International Bank for Reconstruction and Development or IBRD, Aaa/AAA) launched a 7-year SEK 2 billion Sustainable Development Bond as it continues to engage with investors to raise awareness for water and ocean resources. The bond is...
IMF Executive Board Concludes 2019 Article IV Consultation with Greece
On November 13, 2019, the Executive Board of the International Monetary Fund (IMF) concluded the Article IV consultation with Greece.
Albania to Enhance Gender Equality in Access to Economic Opportunities with World Bank Support
Albania will improve gender equality in access to economic opportunities with support from a USD10 million loan approved by the World Bank’s Board of Executive Directors, on November 14. This financing will support the government’s efforts to improve...
Trust in OECD governments back at pre-crisis levels as governments seek to be more open and engaged
Trust in governments has recovered to pre-crisis levels and satisfaction with public services has improved, as public sector reforms aimed at making governments more open, accountable and engaged start to bear fruit, according to a new OECD report.
HJTA LAUNCHES RADIO AD CAMPAIGN DEFENDING PROPOSITION 13
The Howard Jarvis Taxpayers Association, the most influential taxpayer advocacy group in California, on November 15 launched a statewide radio ad campaign reminding Californians of the importance of Proposition 13 and the urgent need to fight new...
World Bank Approves $40 million Financing for Jamaica to Boost Agriculture Productivity and Rural Livelihoods
The World Bank Board of Executive Directors on November 13, approved a US$40 million loan for Jamaica to boost income opportunities and job creation in rural areas through the second phase of the Rural Economic Development Initiative (REDI II).
IMF Executive Board Concludes 2019 Article IV Consultation with Greece
On November 13, 2019, the Executive Board of the International Monetary Fund (IMF) concluded the Article IV consultation with Greece.
