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2025: Latin America and the Caribbean in 10 clicks

https://www.worldbank.org/en/news/feature/2025/12/02/america-latina-y-el-caribe-2025

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2025: Latin America and the Caribbean in 10 clicks

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The 10 most notable pieces of content from the World Bank’s work in the region in 2025
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From how artificial intelligence is redefining learning to close historical gaps, to the way new ventures are driving employment and growth in local communities, Latin America and the Caribbean are on the move. But development is not just about data; it’s also about stories. That’s why we’ve compiled the 10 most notable pieces of content from the World Bank’s work in the region in 2025. This selection offers a snapshot of the challenges it faces and, above all, of the innovative solutions to build a future without poverty on a livable planet.
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Jobs: The Engine for Growth in Latin America and the Caribbean

Did you know that over the next decade, approximately 1.2 billion young people in developing countries will transition into working-age adults? In partnership with governments and the private sector, the World Bank Group works across the entire job creation cycle—offering expertise, direct investment, and mobilizing capital to generate more and better employment opportunities in the region. Explore this immersive story and learn more.

Entrepreneurship Can Boost Jobs and Growth

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Artificial Intelligence Revolution in Higher Education: What You Need to Know
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Reclaiming the Lost Century of Growth: Building Learning Economies in Latin America and the Caribbean
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Galápagos: A global hub for conservation and blue economy growth
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How Better Public Transport Helps Create Jobs in Latin America and the Caribbean
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Regional Jobs Update: Insights from Labor Force Surveys in Latin America and the Caribbean

Despite having the lowest economic growth globally since 2015, the region has maintained employment growth comparable to other parts of the world. The main challenge ahead is creating quality jobs that boost productivity. Find out more

Women in the Workforce: A Pillar of Economic Development in the region

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Country Gender Profiles for Latin America and the Caribbean
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Transforming Challenges into Action: Advancing Universal Health Coverage in Latin America and the Caribbean

Explore how investing in robust, resilient, and equitable health systems not only improves the quality of life for millions of people but also strengthens human capital and contributes to the region's sustainable economic development.

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