NNW Bureau

WASHINGTON, D.C., JULY 2, 2026 – The World Bank Group has announced a new project to support the State of Santa Catarina, Brazil, to reduce the risk of devastating floods and …

Washington, DC: The Executive Board of the International Monetary Fund (IMF) today completed the fifth review of the 48-month Extended Credit Facility (ECF) for Ethiopia. The Board’s decision allows for an immediate disbursement …

Tokenization is often described as a technological upgrade enabling faster settlement, cheaper payments, and programmable assets. But it is a lot more. When financial assets and liabilities move onto shared …

While the World Heritage Committee inscribes and monitors these properties, the management of any property inscribed on the World Heritage List remains the State Party’s primary responsibility.  UNESCO is aware …

The workshop brought together more than 25 education experts and representatives from government institutions, development partners, and specialized organizations to strengthen the quality, relevance, and recognition of alternative learning in …

WASHINGTON, June 30, 2026—The World Bank’s Board of Executive Directors today approved financial support for the Government of Uzbekistan to improve learning outcomes in primary schools across six regions and …

WASHINGTON, June 30, 2026—The World Bank Board of Executive Directors approved today the second phase of financing for the Rogun Hydropower Plant (HPP), which is expected to create over 30,000 direct and …

WASHINGTON, June 30, 2026 – The World Bank’s Board of Executive Directors approved a US$700 million loan to assist Jordan in turning economic stability into stronger private investment and more and …

Washington, D.C., July 1, 2026 – The World Bank announced the appointment of Ariel Yépez as Director of the new Andean Countries Division, effective July 1, 2026. In this position, …

WASHINGTON, July 1, 2026—The World Bank’s Board of Executive Directors approved a $100 million grant from the International Development Association (IDA) to support foundational economic reforms, including in the digital, aviation, …