The World Bank in Latin America and the Caribbean

After several years of slow growth, the Latin American and the Caribbean economy is facing a new setback because of the COVID-19 pandemic. The World Bank is working with member countries to accelerate support for the pandemic and other development priorities in the region.

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Tackling climate change: a huge opportunity

While climate change poses a big threat, tackling it can make people safer today and opens great opportunities for the future
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How does water matter to Latin America

Climate change is disrupting the water cycle, affecting the region’s food, energy security and economy. Join the discussion
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Country Climate and Development Report

Argentina and Peru are the first two countries in the region where we present these reports to accelerate climate action.

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Latin America and Caribbean At-A-Glance

Latin America is the region hardest hit by the COVID-19 pandemic. The health crisis sharply contracted growth, which has had an enormous social and economic impact, given that it occurred after several years of sluggish economic growth and limited progress in social indicators. It also followed major social unrest in some countries in late 2019.

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