Business Ready 2024
The World Bank's inaugural Business Ready report finds that implementation gaps are hindering the business climate in 50 economies and provides a roadmap for change.
Standing Strong in the Central African Republic
Seven out of 10 Central Africans face extreme poverty, but with support from IDA the country is striving to transition from instability to long-term economic recovery.
Building a Water-Secure Future in Central Asia
The World Bank’s IDA is helping to expand access to clean, safe water across Central Asia through efforts in the Kyrgyz Republic, Tajikistan, and Uzbekistan.
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