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World Bank cuts CBN grant to $6.8m

The World Bank has reduced the size of a planned grant to the Central Bank of Nigeria from $10.50m to $6.80m, with board consideration for the project now scheduled for March 27, according to updated project information reviewed by The PUNCH. The funding, …

Education Ministry invites bids for World Bank-funded project on secondary school dropout prevention

The Government of Guyana, through funding from the World Bank, has announced an initiative aimed at secondary school dropout prevention in the country. The Ministry of Education in an advertisement on Sunday said that under the Guyana Strengthening Human …

World Bank Economist Seeks Cooperation from Japan on AI

Newsfrom Japan Economy Feb 8, 2026 23:24 (JST) By Adriana Reinecke Washington, Feb. 8 (Jiji Press)--World Bank Chief Economist Indermit Gill has expressed hopes for Japan's cooperation in addressing global economic disparities that may widen due to the …

World Bank reaffirms commitment to $20b Pakistan development programme

Finance Minister Aurangzeb meets group's MD Anna Bjerde on sidelines of AlUla Conference in Saudi Arabia Finance Minister Aurangzeb meets group's MD Anna Bjerde on sidelines of AlUla Conference for Emerging Market Economies in Saudi Arabia. PHOTO: …

World Bank reaffirms support for Pakistan's $20 billion, 10-year development programme

Moldova’s dependence on imports is low – World Bank

According to the World Bank (WB), imports accounted for 57% of Moldovan GDP in 2024, a far cry from the highest in the world. But it is not small either, as the entire volume of world imports is approximately 28% of GDP. “In dozens of countries, imports …

World Bank reaffirms $20 billion 10-year development plan for Pakistan

World Bank Group Managing Director Ms Anna Bjerde has reaffirmed the World Bank Group’s commitment to Pakistan’s ten-year development programme amounting to $20 billion, underscoring the money lending entity’s continued support for Pakistan’s reform and …

A warning from the World Bank: Is Pakistan’s job crunch pushing it toward unrest?

Business Desk Last Updated: 07 February 2026, 07:32 PM IST Pakistan’s deepening unemployment crisis is raising alarms about potential social unrest and a surge in outward migration, with the World Bank warning that failure to create jobs could turn the …

Mzumbe hosts high-stake World Bank procurement training

DAR ES SALAAM: MZUMBE University’s Dar es Salaam Campus College is currently hosting a high-level workshop on the Sustainable Procurement Capacity Building Training Programme for World Bank–financed projects in Tanzania, a programme designed to strengthen …

World Bank Strategy Targets Jobs, Resilience after Sri Lanka Floods

With Sri Lanka facing recurring floods and cyclones that have inflicted billions of rupees in damage, the World Bank is recalibrating its assistance strategy for 2025 and 2026 to address both immediate recovery needs and long-term economic resilience. …

World Bank Seeks Partnership With LASU Centre Of Excellence For Sargassum Research

13 Representatives of the World Bank paid a courtesy visit to the management of Lagos State University (LASU) on Thursday, 5th February 2026. The visit was primarily meant to explore a strategic partnership with the LASU Centre of Excellence for Sargassum …

Want to study at top colleges abroad for free? Apply for World Bank Japan scholarship

The Joint Japan/World Bank Graduate Scholarship Programme (JJ/WBGSP) has opened applications for the 2026 academic cycle. The initiative offers fully funded master’s degree opportunities to candidates from developing countries who are working in …

World Bank Continues to Support Tunisia’s Efforts

The liveblog has ended. No liveblog updates yet. Load more Facebook Twitter LinkedIn WhatsApp The Minister of Industry, Mines and Energy, Fatma Thabet Chiboub, received on Friday, February 6, at the ministry’s headquarters, the World Bank’s Regional …

Frozen Russian assets: Ukraine, World Bank, Japan and Canada sign US$691m agreement

The signatories. Photo: Ukraine’s Ministry of Finance Ukraine's Ministry of Finance and the World Bank have signed an agreement to provide grant funding from Japan and Canada worth nearly US$691 million. Source: Ukraine's Ministry of Finance …

Sint Maarten seeks digital ID for government transformation with World Bank backing

Sint Maarten has published a tender for its government digitalization program, which includes digital identity, electronic signature and a single sign-on platform (SSO).​ The Caribbean island nation, which is part of the Kingdom of the Netherlands, issued …

World Bank urges for discipline in public finance management to halt economic decline

The report warned that escalating climate shocks, combined with weak public financial management, are pushing South Sudan into a dangerous cycle of fragility, conflict, displacement, and deepening poverty. By Chuol Chanyong South Sudan stands at a critical …

South Sudan to face economic, humanitarian crises amid aid cuts: World Bank

JUBA, Feb. 6 (Xinhua) -- South Sudan is set to face profound economic and humanitarian challenges due to dwindling donor assistance and humanitarian funding, according to two new reports released by the World Bank on Thursday. "Official development …

FG, World Bank Deepen Talks On Power, Agriculture And Trade As Nigeria Seeks Competitive Edge

Nigeria has stepped up engagement with the World Bank in a renewed push to stabilise power supply, strengthen agriculture and improve trade flows, as the Federal Government seeks to build a more productive and competitive economy anchored on private …

‘Tool of siege’: Israel’s punishing control of Gaza movement

Khan Younis, Gaza Strip – Under international humanitarian law, freedom of movement is a fundamental right, inseparable from other core protections such as the right to life, food and education. In Gaza, however, freedom of movement has become a tool of …

K2G Holding AG Further Expands Cooperation with European Insurance Associations

K2G Holding AG expands its European network through a new strategic partnership with a national insurance association representing nine major industry players. K2G Holding AG (WBAG:K2G) ZUG, ZUG, SWITZERLAND, February 9, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ …

eMudhra Launches Digital Signatures for Foreign Portfolio Investors, Enabling Faster Access to Indian Capital Markets

eMudhra enables Foreign Portfolio Investors to securely obtain Digital Signature Certificates, accelerating onboarding and access to India’s capital markets. eMudhra Limited (NSE:EMUDHRA) BENGALURU, KARNATAKA, INDIA, February 9, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire. …

Vote For The Best: ASEAN School Awards 2026 Opens Public Choice Voting - A Global Stage for Educational Excellence

The ASEAN School Awards is proud to announce that the Public Choice Award is now open for voting from February 9, 2026, to February 22, 2026. BANGKOK, THAILAND, February 9, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The ASEAN School Awards is proud to announce …

North Carolina Banking Institute Cites Work of National Legal Expert Tina Patterson in Banking Discrimination Cases

Attorney Patterson expands her influence and impact in economic justice and legal advocacy for the next generation of lawyers and policy makers to follow. DETROIT, MI, UNITED STATES, February 9, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The North Carolina …

NeroPay Launches Free ePOS System in the UK to Help Small Businesses Take Payments Faster

UK-based NeroPay introduces a free ePOS solution designed for UK SMEs, enabling quicker payments, clearer reporting and simpler daily operations. MANCHESTER, STOCKPORT, UNITED KINGDOM, February 9, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- NeroPay, a Manchester …

31 Concept Unveils ODUN.ONE - Next-Gen Deep Packet Intelligence for the AI Era

Launched at an exclusive VIP event in Baku, ODUN.ONE marks the industry's shift from Deep Packet Inspection to Deep Packet Intelligence BAKU, AZERBAIJAN, February 9, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- 31 Concept (31C), a cybersecurity company …

Expert-Led Tax Advisory Services: The VAT Consultant Guides UAE Businesses Through Complex Compliance Landscape

Expert-Led Tax Advisory Services: The VAT Consultant Guides UAE Businesses Through Complex Compliance Landscape KARAMA, DUBAI, UNITED ARAB EMIRATES, February 9, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The VAT Consultant, a specialized UAE tax compliance advisory …

Three Maverick Payments Leaders Recognized with ETA Industry Awards for Excellence in Compliance, Legal, and Operations

LOS ANGELES, CA, UNITED STATES, February 8, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Maverick Payments, a leading full‑service payments provider enabling ISOs, ISVs and FIs to monetize payments across multiple banks and processors, is proud to announce that …

France Emerges as Europe’s Top Strategic Hub for Investors, Talent and Property Buyers in 2026

France 2026: Record Investment, Talent Influx & Property Boom. Why Global Capital Is Flocking to Europe’s New Strategic Hub. UNITED KINGDOM, February 8, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- As global markets face ongoing uncertainty, France is …

BrightKey PR Expands Access to Professional Media Coverage for Independent Authors

Addressing the challenges independent authors face in sustaining visibility after publication. NEW YORK CITY, NY, UNITED STATES, February 8, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- For many independent authors, publishing a book is only the first step. What …

R2 Recycling – Canton Launches Dedicated Commercial Electronics Recycling Pickup Service

Business-focused pickup program helps Canton-area organizations recycle IT and electronic equipment securely, efficiently, and in compliance with regulations. CANTON, MA, UNITED STATES, February 8, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- R2 Recycling – Canton today …

Rob Canfield Launches GOP Primary Challenge in NJ-04, Targets Guns, Debt, and Cost-of-Living Squeeze

BRICK, NJ, UNITED STATES, February 8, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Rob Canfield announced on January 20, 2026 that he is running in the Republican primary for Congress in New Jersey’s 4th District, positioning his campaign as a reform challenge to …

Vertiports Market Size to Worth USD 8,120.3 million by 2034 | CAGR of 30.8% during 2026-2034

Global vertiports market poised to grow from USD 608.4 million in 2025 to USD 8,120.3 million by 2034 at a CAGR of 30.8% NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, February 8, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Global Market Overview, 2026-2034 The global vertiports …

Global Gurus Ranks Roger Spitz #15 Among World’s Top 30 Futurist Professionals for 2026

Recognition Highlights Spitz’s AAA Framework as the Definitive Operating System for Anticipatory Leaders Navigating Systemic Disruption and Deep Uncertainty SAN FRANCISCO, CA, UNITED STATES, February 8, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Disruptive …

Global Remittance Market Projected to Reach USD 270.81 Billion by 2032

Market to grow from USD 132.18B in 2026 to USD 270.81B at a 9.4% CAGR. PUNE, MAHARASHTRA, INDIA, February 8, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The global remittance market is on a strong growth trajectory and is expected to more than double in value …

Best Tax Accounting Firm in UAE: The VAT Consultant Recognized for VAT and Corporate Tax Excellence

Best Tax Accounting Firm in UAE: The VAT Consultant Recognized for VAT and Corporate Tax Excellence KARAMA, DUBAI, UNITED ARAB EMIRATES, February 8, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The VAT Consultant, a specialized UAE tax compliance advisory firm, …

BankerBounty Announces Partnership with ServisFirst Bank

BankerBounty is the country's most trusted incentive platform for bank employees BIRMINGHAM, AL, UNITED STATES, February 8, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- BankerBounty, a leader in incentive referral programs, has signed ServisFirst Bank (NYSE: …

Helical Fusion, developing fusion energy for future clean power, will exhibit at WAM Saudi 2026 in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

Helical Fusion, developing fusion energy for future clean power, will exhibit at WAM Saudi 2026 (Hall 3, Booth A45); CEO Takaya Taguchi speaks Feb 16. RIYADH, SAUDI ARABIA, February 8, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Helical Fusion Co., Ltd., a …

The world today – remarks by Andrew Bailey

It is a great pleasure to be here in AlUla and share thoughts at this important conference. You have given me the task of setting the scene in terms of the current context of the world economy. In other words, you have unfurled a large canvas, and given me …

Piero Cipollone: Interview with Cyprus News Agency

8 February 2026 The idea of a digital euro has raised many questions across Europe. Could you explain why the ECB is moving ahead with it and what practical impact it could have for citizens, households and businesses? First, let me clarify that we have …