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Transforming Metals and Minerals into Jobs and Lasting Prosperity

https://www.worldbank.org/en/news/immersive-story/2025/12/12/turning-minerals-and-metals-into-development


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Transforming Metals and Minerals into Jobs and Lasting Prosperity

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Transforming Metals and Minerals into Jobs and Lasting Prosperity
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Transforming Metals and Minerals into Jobs and Lasting Prosperity
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This story explores how countries can turn mineral and metal resources into jobs, stronger institutions, and long-term prosperity. Drawing on examples from Zambia and Mauritania to Argentina, it shows how sound policies, shared infrastructure, and responsible private investment help resource-rich countries capture more value, manage risks, and build resilient economies.
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  • wbg:topic/energy_broad/energy_access
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December 15, 2025
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