World Bank

Ha Noi, May 15, 2026—Viet Nam’s economy has demonstrated notable resilience in an uncertain global environment. While headwinds are expected to temper the pace of expansion, the World Bank’s latest …

WASHINGTON, D.C., May 13, 2026 – The World Bank (International Bank for Reconstruction and Development, IBRD, Aaa/AAA) today priced a USD 6 billion benchmark bond that matures in May 2036. The …

ASTANA, May 13, 2026 — Kazakhstan’s economy is expected to remain resilient over the medium term, though growth is set to moderate following a period of strong demand-led expansion, according to …

Despite recent reforms, health services in the Lao PDR continue to underperform. Low public spending on health means that service quality is weak and effective coverage limited. Families face financial …

Health systems globally are facing both supply- and demand-side pressures — from workforce shortages and tight budgets to rising chronic diseases and higher expectations from the public. Policymakers need strong …

Development Challenge Cities across low- and middle-income countries face constraints that limit their ability to deliver services and support growth. Local governments often operate with weak public investment management systems, …

ABU DHABI, May 7, 2026 – The World Bank and the United Arab Emirates signed a partnership framework to support the UAE in advancing its investment climate reforms and strengthening its …

WASHINGTON, D.C., May 7, 2026 – The World Bank (International Bank for Reconstruction and Development, IBRD, rated Aaa/AAA) today priced an Australian dollar 2 billion 5.5-year Sustainable Development Bond due November 2031. …

THIMPHU, May 5, 2026 — The Royal Government of Bhutan and the World Bank today signed financing agreements totaling $515 million for the 1,125 MW Dorjilung Hydroelectric Power Project, which will account for …

THIMPHU, May 5, 2026 — The Royal Government of Bhutan and the World Bank today signed financing agreements totaling $515 million for the 1,125 MW Dorjilung Hydroelectric Power Project, which will account for …