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World Bank: Developing countries left behind by international standards system

  A newly released World Bank report has highlighted a growing web of international standards system favouring rich nations and leaving developing countries, like Jamaica, behind.    The World Development Report 2025 Standards for Development was released …

PHL banking on PPPs to lead 2026 investment rebound — World Bank

ANY REBOUND in Philippine investment in 2026 will depend on the government’s ability to harness public‑private partnerships (PPP), the World Bank said. “The projected recovery in investment in 2026 hinges critically on improved execution of the government’ …

World Bank backs $600 Million projects to improve air quality in Haryana, UP

New Delhi The World Bank has approved financing for two critical programs in the Indian states of Uttar Pradesh and Haryana to help improve air quality. The World Bank programme approved on December 10, 2025, will also aim to increase further the …

Tripoli government meets World Bank delegation – government’s vision for economic and financial recovery and improving ...

The Tripoli based Libyan government held a meeting yesterday with a World Bank delegation from Washington, headed by the Regional Director for the Maghreb and Malta, Ahmedou Mustafa Ndiaye, and the World Bank Representative in Libya, Henriette Kaltenborn, …

Global Standards Becoming Gatekeepers Of Trade – World Bank

The World Bank has warned that Nigeria and other developing countries risk deeper marginalisation in global commerce as international standards increasingly determine who can participate in trade and which products gain access to global markets. In its …

World Bank funds UP, Haryana to improve air quality, boost economy

The World Bank has approved financing for two programs in Uttar Pradesh and Haryana to improve air quality. These initiatives will also aim to boost the states as business destinations and create green jobs for youth and women. The World Bank has approved …

FG hails World Bank approval of additional $500m for NG-CARES

The Federal Government has expressed gratitude to the World Bank for its approval of an additional $500 million for the second phase of the Nigerian Community Action for Resilience and Economic Stimulus (NG-CARES) programme. The World Bank had earlier …

Nigeria receives additional $500m from World Bank under NG-CARES programme

The World Bank has approved and declared effective an Additional Financing package of $500 million for the Nigeria Community Action for Resilience and Economic Stimulus (NG-CARES) Programme, marking a significant boost to the Federal Government’s efforts …

Exclusive: Nigeria Sued at World Bank Tribunal Over Kaduna Lithium Permits

Huhuonline.com can authoritatively report that, Nigeria is facing a new international legal challenge after British junior mining firm Jupiter Lithium Ltd. formally initiated arbitration proceedings against the federal government at the World Bank’s …

Sri Lanka secures USD150m World Bank funding to strengthen primary healthcare

More News 11 Dec 2025 | 6:10 PMColombo, Dec 10 (UNI) The Sri Lankan government has proceeded to activate the emergency-response components embedded within the ongoing World Bank financed projects for accelerating the island nation's post-disaster …

Global standards drive trade but widen gap between rich and poor countries, World Bank warns

While standards have become as essential to economic prosperity as highways and ports, the report warned that they also create a huge imbalance between developed and developing countries.  One of the clearest examples is the European Union’s Carbon Border …

Government Secures Major World Bank Facility to Boost Grassroots Health Services

December 11, Colombo (LNW): The Government has entered into a new financing arrangement with the International Development Association of the World Bank Group, unlocking US$150 million to overhaul and modernise the country’s primary healthcare network. The …

Business News | World Bank Approves $600 Million Programs to Promote Clean Air in Haryana, UP

New Delhi [India], December 11 (ANI): The World Bank has approved financing for two critical programs in the Indian states of Uttar Pradesh and Haryana to help improve air quality. The World Bank programme approved on December 10, 2025, will also aim to …

Tripoli government meets World Bank delegation – government’s vision for economic and financial recovery and improving ...

How World Bank’s $305 Million Funding Will Boost Haryana’s Clean Air Project Under 2030 Pollution-Free State Target

The project's implementation will be led by the dedicated Special Purpose Vehicle (SPV), ARJUN (AI for Resilient Jobs, Urban Air Quality & Next-Gen Skills Council), ensuring seamless integration in planning, execution, and real-time monitoring.

Philippine poverty-reduction gains still at risk—World Bank

Poverty in the country is projected to keep falling in the coming years as the economy creates more and better-paying jobs, though the decline is expected to be slower than pre-pandemic gains, the Washington-based World Bank (WB) said. The WB’s latest …

World Bank Raises China's 2025 Growth Forecast by 0.4%

Beijing - Saba: The World Bank raised its 2025 growth forecast for China, the world's second-largest economy, by 0.4 percentage points on Thursday. In its latest economic update on China, the World Bank stated that accommodative fiscal and monetary …

​WORLD BANK WILL CONTINUE TO SUPPORT ANSA IN STAFF TRAINING

The evaluation of the results obtained through the use of financial and technical assistance provided within the framework of the Project to Increase the Competitiveness of Micro, Small and Medium-sized Enterprises became the main topic of discussion at …

International Standards at the heart of development: ISO joins the World Bank in launching the World Development Report ...

The World Development Report 2025, launched today, marks the first time the World Bank has dedicated its flagship report to the role of International Standards in development. The International Organization for Standardization (ISO) welcomes the report’s …

Zenith Group Advisors Brings Fortune 100 Supply Chain Finance to the Middle Market

NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, December 11, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Zenith Group Advisors (“Zenith”) today announced the expansion of its proprietary working-capital platform, designed to solve a critical inequity in corporate finance: giving …

Caleb Bernard Releases his Debut Novel, 'Among the Shadows'

Among the Shadows is a story of justice, brotherhood, and redemption. PONCHATOULA, LA, UNITED STATES, December 11, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- "Among the Shadows", the debut novel by American author Caleb Bernard, has officially been …

Water On Demand Announces Definitive Agreement to Launch Mobile Water Treatment Network

Joint venture intended to build a next-generation mobile water-as-a-service platform with investor-ready structure. CLEARWATER, FL, UNITED STATES, December 11, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Water On Demand, Inc., a pioneer in private industrial …

ADVOCATES QUESTION GENERAL PERMIT PROPOSAL FOR DATA CENTER DISCHARGES TO OHIO’S WATERWAYS

OHIO EPA'S USE OF GENERAL PERMITS SHOULD BE PROTECTIVE OF WATER RESOURCES BOWLING GREEN, OH, UNITED STATES, December 11, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Concerned Ohioans recently learned about the Ohio EPA’s general draft permit for data centers …

Relocity Wins 'Best Employee Experience & Engagement' at 2025 FEM EMEA EMMAs

Relocity is honored at the FEM EMMAs for redefining employee relocation with innovative tech and strategic partnerships. LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM, December 11, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Relocity, a global leader in tech-powered talent mobility, …

Kilgore EDC Marks 35 Years

Collaboration with companies, governmental partners, and community members yields decades of substantial growth. KILGORE, TX, UNITED STATES, December 11, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Investing in itself, Kilgore has seen industrial property values …

DanReDev Expands National Portfolio as Daniel Kaufman Accelerates Workforce Housing, BTR, and AI-Ready Projects

DanReDev LLC Deepens National Footprint as “Daniel Kaufman Real Estate” Platform Expands Workforce Housing, BTR, and AI-Ready Communities DALLAS, TX, UNITED STATES, December 11, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- DanReDev LLC, the Dallas-based real …

AllenComm Honored as a Top 2026 eLearning Content Developer for Transforming Corporate Training

Recognized for excellence in custom learning solutions, AllenComm strengthens its position as a trusted corporate training partner for 2026. SALT LAKE CITY, UT, UNITED STATES, December 11, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- AllenComm has been named one …

CaliberMind's Built-to-Scale Architecture Drives Massive Enterprise Adoption, Delivers Immediate ROI and Data Clarity

CaliberMind's Built-to-Scale Architecture is seeing massive enterprise adoption, delivering ROI, governing GTM data, and empowering every user with KPI clarity. BROOMFIELD, CO, UNITED STATES, December 11, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Following …

Renew Financial to Proudly Sponsor the 2025 Southeast Florida Climate Leadership Summit for the Fourth Consecutive Year

WEST PALM BEACH, FL, UNITED STATES, December 11, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Renew Financial, a pioneer and leading provider of residential Property Assessed Clean Energy (PACE) financing, is proud to announce its continued support as a Silver …

GSI Closes $22 Million Refinancing with Seminole Financial Services on Operating Projects in New York, Vermont & Florida

NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, December 11, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Greenwood Sustainable Infrastructure (GSI), the North American renewable energy subsidiary of Libra Group, in partnership with Seminole Financial Services, today announced the …

Paxful Announces Resolution of DOJ Investigation Concerning Historic Conduct

PANAMA CITY, PANAMA, PANAMA, December 11, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Paxful announces agreements with the United States Department of Justice (DOJ) and the Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN) to resolve longstanding investigations …

Texas Space Summit Leader Highlights Commercial Space Momentum at YTexas Summit

Appearance at the YTexas Summit 2025 builds a runway for the Texas Space Summit 2026 in San Antonio SAN ANTONIO, TX, UNITED STATES, December 11, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Tim Farrell of the Greater San Antonio Chamber of Commerce and the …

Reverse Mortgage Pros Launches Canada’s First Reverse Mortgage Rate Hub In Canada

The first ever reverse mortgage rate hub in Canada has been launched by Reverse Mortgage Pros TORONTO, ONTARIO, CANADA, December 11, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Reverse Mortgage Pros, Canada’s leading specialist brokerage for reverse mortgage …

Gables Residential Unveils 44-Story Waterfront Multifamily Community in Vibrant Fort Lauderdale Neighborhood

FORT LAUDERDALE, FL, UNITED STATES, December 11, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Gables Residential, a national leader in the management and development of multifamily apartment communities, is excited to announce its expansion into one of Florida’s …

Balfour Capital Group Appoints Moni Micah to Lead Real Estate & Mortgage Division, Strengthening Global Capital-Raising

apital-raising–focused vpress-release structure while shifting emphasis toward liquidity pipelines, investor access, and scalable strategies. HONG KONG, HONG KONG ISLAND, HONG KONG, December 11, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Balfour Capital Group …

Aterio Tracks 198 GW of Announced U.S. Data Center Capacity Not Yet Under Construction in New December Update

November saw major movement in U.S. data center development as Amazon, Google, Meta, Crusoe, and Joule advanced large AI-focused campuses nationwide. VANCOUVER, BRITISH COLUMBIA, CANADA, December 11, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Vancouver, British …

SpeedOctane Launches Under the Aegis of ArticleBazar to Demystify Car and Bike Buying for Indian Market Complexity

New digital portal targets 'Analysis Paralysis' in the Indian automotive market simplified tech insights for the modern commuter. KOLKATA, WEST BENGAL, INDIA, December 11, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- ArticleBazar, a dynamic player in the …

BTC Inc. & Bitcoin Magazine Finalize Landmark Partnership With Krown Network as Premier Sponsor of BITCOIN 2026

Krown and BTC Inc. unite for Bitcoin 2026 in Las Vegas, creating a showcase for breakthrough security, global adoption, and next-generation Bitcoin innovation. LAS VEGAS, NV, UNITED STATES, December 11, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- BTC Inc., …

Sotheby’s Concierge Auctions Announces Historic Charleston, South Carolina Auction with Iconic High Battery Estate

A landmark debut: The ‘Nathaniel Ingraham House’ to auction in cooperation with Daniel Ravenel Sotheby’s International Realty at Sotheby’s ‘Visions of America’ NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, December 11, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- A museum-quality, …