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World Bank Group Statement on the Conflict in the Middle East
STATEMENT ｜ March 26, 2026
World Bank Group Statement on the Conflict in the Middle East
https://www.worldbank.org/en/news/statement/2026/03/26/world-bank-group-statement-on-the-conflict-in-the-middle-east

A number of the World Bank Group’s clients in emerging markets have reached out to us as the conflict in the Middle East has started to impact commodity prices and logistics. We are working with governments, the private sector, regional partners, and other stakeholders to help them through this new set of challenges.

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Smarter Water Use Could Feed 10 Billion and Create Nearly 250 Million Jobs
PRESS RELEASE ｜ March 19, 2026
Smarter Water Use Could Feed 10 Billion and Create Nearly 250 Million Jobs
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Current Deficits in Nutrition, Learning, and On-the-Job Skills Are Costing Children Born Today Half of Their Future Earnings
PRESS RELEASE ｜ February 12, 2026
Current Deficits in Nutrition, Learning, and On-the-Job Skills Are Costing Children Born Today Half of Their Future Earnings
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OVERVIEW:
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THE LATEST FROM JAPAN

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