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BANGKOK, October 15, 2026 — The World Bank Group today announced the first project under the Dynamic Response for Invigorating Value Chains and Energy Security (DRIVE) framework, advancing its partnership …

The event integrated a high-level policy forum, technology-focused study visits, and a three-day programme combining student training and project co-creation, which gathered UNESCO officials, government delegates, educators and students from …

Asia is home to more than half of humanity and a large share of global growth, trade, and innovation. Its diversity stretches from Pacific islands to China and India, from …

The first surprising idea in Joe Studwell’s How Africa Works was an unfamiliar-to-me explanation for low economic growth in the post-independence decades. Whereas usually high African population growth rates are framed as …

Opening Remarks by IMF Managing Director Kristalina Georgieva at the Asia in 2050 Conference in Bangkok, Thailand As prepared for delivery A very good morning to all. Governor Vitai, thank you for …