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The World Bank has issued a warning regarding a significant increase in global commodity prices, which could lead to heightened food insecurity. This forecast affects…
Outlook on the World Economy
The annual meeting of the IMF and World Bank is taking place in Bangkok, highlighting the unexpected resilience of the global economy alongside rising hidden…
Release of Long List of U.S. Demands from the World Bank
U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Basset has outlined a comprehensive list of demands for the World Bank, focusing on energy and mineral extraction projects. This move…
Economic Diplomacy in Bangkok
Iranian officials, including the Central Bank Governor and the Minister of Economic Affairs, attended the annual IMF and World Bank meetings in Thailand to discuss…
Iran and Pakistan's Central Bank Governors Meet in Thailand
Abdulnasser Hemmati, the Governor of the Central Bank of Iran, met with Jameel Ahmad, the Governor of the State Bank of Pakistan, during the IMF…
Meeting of Central Bank Governors of Iran and Pakistan: What Was the Main Topic of Discussion?
The Governor of the Central Bank of Iran met with the Central Bank Governor of Pakistan during the IMF and World Bank annual meeting in…
US-Israel Conflict and Economic Challenges to be Key Topics at IMF-World Bank Meetings in Bangkok
The ongoing US-Israel conflict involving Iran is set to be a key topic at the upcoming IMF-World Bank meetings in Bangkok, particularly focusing on its…
Iran Conflict's Economic Impact on Indian Producers Predicted by World Bank Economist
The ongoing conflict in Iran is expected to impact Indian producers more significantly than consumers, as rising oil prices will increase wholesale prices, according to…
Who Writes the Rules of the World Economy?
The article discusses the influence of the United States and its allies in establishing the global economic framework post-World War II, highlighting the roles of…
Nobel Prize Winner Becomes Chief Economist of the World Bank
The World Bank has appointed Michael Kremer, a Nobel laureate and University of Chicago professor, as its new chief economist. This appointment is significant as…
Qatar: Wealthy but Vulnerable
Qatar is experiencing economic disruptions due to gas export issues linked to the Strait of Hormuz and infrastructure damage. This situation affects not only exports…
World Bank forecasts significant economic contraction in Lebanon amid Israel conflict
The World Bank has projected that Lebanon's economy will contract by 6.4 percent due to ongoing conflict with Israel, which has hindered economic recovery and…
Trump's Military Actions Against Iran Threaten Global Economic Stability
The US, under Trump, has intensified military actions against Iran, including a naval blockade in the Strait of Hormuz. This has prompted the World Bank…
World Bank estimates Venezuela earthquakes caused $19.6bn in damage
The World Bank reported that the recent earthquakes in Venezuela caused an estimated $19.6 billion in damage, with 47 percent affecting residential buildings. This situation…
Reassessing Concessional Financing: Implications for African Policymaking and Beyond
The article discusses how African governments are reevaluating their reliance on concessional financing from the World Bank and IMF amid increasing debt pressures. This shift…
World Bank Reports Decline in Kenyan Growth Linked to Iran Conflict
The World Bank has reported that Kenya's economic growth is at its lowest since the COVID-19 pandemic, attributing part of this decline to the ongoing…
Global Economic Risks Heightened by Ongoing Middle East Tensions
Tensions between Iran and the US are raising concerns about the stability of the global economy and energy markets. Key international organizations have issued warnings…
World Bank Lowers Global Economic Growth Forecast Due to Iran Conflict
The World Bank has revised its forecast for global economic growth downward due to the repercussions of the ongoing conflict involving Iran. This adjustment highlights…
World Bank Lowers Global Growth Forecast Amid Middle East Conflicts
The World Bank has revised its global growth forecast for 2026 to 2.5%, citing potential disruptions in energy supplies due to ongoing conflicts in the…
World Bank Warns US-Iran Tensions Could Drive Global Economy to Post-COVID Low
The World Bank has cut its global growth forecast to 2.5 percent, attributing this decline to rising energy prices, inflation, and increased borrowing costs, which…