From: The Bottom Line
Has BRICS given up on challenging Western economic dominance?
Jim O’Neill, the economist who coined the term ‘BRIC’ 25 years ago, argues that the group is losing its relevance.
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IMF, World Bank hold meetings in Morocco weeks after devastating quake
The financial international institutions are holding a summit in the earthquake-hit North African country.
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World Bank cuts 2024 global growth forecast as rate hikes bite
Two-thirds of developing economies will see lower growth than in 2022, dealing a major setback to pandemic recovery.
World Bank’s new chief asks staff to ‘double down’ on development
Ajay Banga told employees his vision was ‘to create a world free from poverty on a livable planet’.
World Bank gives Mozambique $150m for Cyclone Freddy recovery
Part grant, part loan, the money is drawn from the bank’s existing projects for Mozambique.
World Bank elects US nominee Ajay Banga president
He replaces Malpass, who was criticised for his stance on climate change and will step down nearly a year early.
From: Counting the Cost
Can the World Bank’s new president fix the institution?
World leaders are pushing for ‘fundamental’ reform of the World Bank to better tackle climate change.
Published On 15 Apr 2023
World Bank says $411bn cost to rebuild war-torn Ukraine
World Bank said the figure of $411bn over the next 10 years should be considered a minimum as the war continues.
Biden’s pick for World Bank president can’t fix its crisis
Instead of curbing poverty, as its mission outlines, the bank entrenches inequality. Its US-led governance is to blame.
Russia considering challenge to US nominee to head World Bank
Moscow consulting with allies about challenging ex-Mastercard CEO Ajay Banga, Russian media report says.
India’s Modi asks G20 finance heads to focus on ‘most vulnerable’
Financial viability of many countries is being threatened by unsustainable debt, Indian PM says at two-day G20 meeting.
