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AI adoption can help create jobs, sustain growth WASHINGTON, October 6, 2026—Exceeding earlier projections, growth in South Asia is expected to increase to 6.9% this year, with strong domestic demand …

KATHMANDU, October 6, 2026—Growth in Nepal is projected to slow to 3.7% in FY27 following disruptions to industry and services caused by the August 26 flood, according to the World …

DHAKA, October 6, 2026—Since 2023, Bangladesh’s economic growth has been facing slowdown as persistent structural constraints—including deepening energy sector, financial sector vulnerability, and weak domestic revenue mobilization—along with global uncertainties …

Even in periods marked by uncertainty, conflict, and economic shocks, people continue to travel across the Middle East and North Africa. Businesses adapt, communities continue to welcome guests, and tourism …

Good morning, everyone. It is my great pleasure to welcome you to the fifteenth IMF-Japan High-Level Tax Conference for Asian Countries.  I would like to thank Japan’s Ministry of Finance …

HARARE, September 4, 2026 – Following recent progress on macroeconomic stabilization, Zimbabwe has a timely opportunity to build long-term economic momentum and expand formal job opportunities, according to a new World …

BANGKOK, September 3, 2026 — Thailand has an opportunity to accelerate its transition toward a high-income, innovation-driven economy by raising productivity growth through upgrading and greater dynamism across firms, people, and …

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 …

WASHINGTON, July 23, 2026—Zambia and Malawi are set to strengthen energy security and expand regional power trade through new cross-border electricity transmission infrastructure that will support business growth, improve productivity, …

BANGUI, July 2, 2026 – A new World Bank report released today calls for urgent structural reforms in the public finance sector and the mobilization of domestic resources in the Central …