Discover how people are at the center of climate change risks, but also at the core of adaptation and mitigation solutions.

Multilateral development banks (MDBs) today issued a joint statement at COP29 in Baku outlining financial support and other measures for countries to achieve ambitious climate outcomes.

BAKU, November 12, 2024—The World Bank Group has expanded its lifeline to countries struggling to rebuild from disasters, allowing small, vulnerable states to postpone loan and interest repayments ...

The Government of Poland has pledged to increase its contribution to the World Bank’s IDA by 100% compared to its previous IDA contributions, demonstrating its continued dedication to international ...

The World Bank’s Country Political and Institutional Assessment (CPIA) is an annual diagnostic of the effectiveness of governments in promoting growth in their countries. For Africa, the resulting ...

The Central African Republic has one of the world’s highest maternal and child mortality rates. The reform of the targeted free health care program for pregnant and lactating women and children under ...

When thinking of Hiroshima, the first thing that may come to mind is the devastation caused by the atomic bomb in 1945. However, Hiroshima's story is not just one of destruction but also of remarkable ...

The Tajikistan Country Climate and Development Report (CCDR) provides an analysis and recommendations on the country’s ambitions to green its economy and ensure a resilient development path. The costs ...

WASHINGTON, November 7, 2024— The World Bank announced today a new $750 million support package for Supporting Reconstruction through Smart Fiscal Governance (SURGE) that aims to assist the Government ...

However, a new report from the World Bank Group outlines how faster development and sustainable economic growth can reduce climate change-related economic and quality of life losses.

WARSAW, November 6, 2024 – Accelerated action on decarbonization can help stimulate economic growth, enhance competitiveness and protect people from the harmful impacts of air pollution, says the ...

Debt can support growth, but it must be transparent, well-managed and follow a sound growth strategy. See how the World Bank is helping developing countries such as Cambodia and Madagascar make their ...