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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 …

NUKU’ALOFA, May 1, 2026— Thousands of Tongans will see more reliable access to jobs, markets, and essential services as new support strengthens resilient roads, bridges, and urban infrastructure on Tongatapu. …