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Foreign Minister Jaishankar calls on BRICS nations to demonstrate sincerity in reforming UNSC

The five-nation grouping BRICS (Brazil-Russia-India-China-South Africa) brings together five of the largest developing countries of the world.

The Hindu · Jun 1, 2023

Low-income countries to be left behind without action on jobs - ILO

A global employment divide between high-income and low-income countries is worsening as rising debt levels hit developing countries disproportionately, the International Labour Organisation (ILO) said on Wednesday.

Reuters · May 31, 2023

Climate change causes 2m deaths in 50 years; poor suffer most: UN

More than 90 percent of deaths caused by disasters worldwide happen in developing countries, UN report finds.

Al Jazeera · May 22, 2023

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Foreign students in Northern Cyprus: False promises and disillusion

In Turkish-controlled Northern Cyprus, education has become the leading economic sector. No less than 23 universities are concentrated in the small self-declared state recognised only by Turkey, which has occupied it since 1974. They attract students from developing countries by offering affordable courses with a "European" stamp of approval. But…

France 24 · May 19, 2023

UN official hopes for breakthrough on Russian food, fertilizer shipments

A top U.N. official says he hopes for a breakthrough soon after months of efforts to ensure that Russian food and fertilizer can be shipped to developing countries struggling with high prices

The Independent UK · May 18, 2023

Ethiopia has one of Africa's most ambitious housing policies – but the lottery-based system is pulling communities apart

The shortage of adequate housing in cities is an issue around the globe, particularly among developing countries that are rapidly urbanising. The UN estimates that more than one billion people live in slums or informal settlements, 80% of them in Africa and Asia. Globally, three billion people will require adequate…

The Conversation · May 15, 2023

Guest nations at the G-7 reflect outreach to developing countries, worries over China, Russia

During this week’s summit of the leaders of the Group of Seven wealthy democracies in Hiroshima, you’ll also see eight other guest nations engaging in a flurry of diplomacy with Japan and others

The Independent UK · May 15, 2023

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G7 plans new vaccine effort for developing nations, Yomiuri reports

The Group of Seven (G7) rich nations is set to agree on establishing a new programme to distribute vaccines to developing countries at next week's summit of leaders, Japan's Yomiuri newspaper said on Saturday.

Reuters · May 13, 2023

Beware of Acute Kidney Diseases if you were infected with Malaria

Malaria is one of the most common infectious diseases across the globe and one of the most momentous tasks faced by public health systems in most developing countries. According to the latest World Malaria report, by the World Health Organization (WHO) there were 247 million cases of malaria in 2021…

The Times of India · Apr 25, 2023

Green spaces are good for people – but in South Africa many cannot access them

The benefits of experiencing nature for physical, psychological and spiritual well-being are widely documented. But much of the research on these benefits has been done in relatively affluent countries in the global North. There’s little research that has been done in developing countries on the benefits of being in nature.

The Conversation · Apr 23, 2023

In meeting with big economies, Biden announces more funds to fight climate change

President Joe Biden announced plans to increase U.S. funding to help developing countries fight climate change and curb deforestation in Brazil's Amazon rainforest during a meeting on Thursday with leaders from the world's largest economies.

Reuters · Apr 20, 2023

David Cameron does U-turn on foreign aid vow

Former Tory PM – who savaged Rishi Sunak over slashing of aid budget – says he has become ‘realist’

The Independent UK · Apr 16, 2023

'We need to stay engaged with developing countries': World Bank's van Trotsenburg

The World Bank and International Monetary Fund's Spring Meetings kicked off this week with concerns over high inflation, rising geopolitical tensions, climate change and financial instability. World Bank Senior Managing Director Axel van Trotsenburg told FRANCE 24 that "we need to stay engaged with developing countries. More than ever, problems…

France 24 · Apr 13, 2023

New India-born World Bank chief: Real change or rebranding?

The incoming president of the World Bank was born in India and had his early success in business there

The Independent UK · Apr 13, 2023

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Al Jazeera · Apr 11, 2023

G20 finance heads face reform calls from Global South

Finance ministers and central bank governors are meeting at the IMF to discuss challenges facing global economy.

France 24 · Apr 5, 2023

The US wants to elevate China to ‘developed country’ status; Beijing disagrees

The US House of Representatives has voted to strip China of its status as a developing country. China has condemned the move and refuses to join the ranks of developed or "wealthy" nations. At stake are critical economic and geopolitical issues for the world’s second-largest economy.

The Japan News/Yomiuri · Apr 4, 2023

Proactive ODA planned for developing countries

To make more strategic use of official development assistance (ODA), the government plans to emphasize a proactive approach of proposing aid to developing countries, rather than waiting for requests from these nations.

inkl · Apr 1, 2023

What common traits do developing countries have with each other?

Developing countries are nations that are experiencing economic and social growth, but still have significant economic and social challenges to overcome. These countries are characterized by a range of factors, including low per capita income, limited access to basic services, high levels of poverty, and limited infrastructure.

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The Conversation · Mar 31, 2023

The Loss and Damage Fund: How can Indonesia use it to boost climate adaptation efforts

Climate finance was at the centre of The United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP27) in Egypt last year. For many, the highlight was the agreement to establish a fund to assist developing countries in responding to loss and damage associated with the adverse effects of climate change.

Bangkok Post · Mar 30, 2023

Catching colorectal cancer in time

Colorectal cancer originates in the colon or rectum, the terminal end of the digestive tract. The secular trend of colorectal cancer has been increasing in developing countries globally, including Thailand. It is the third most common cancer worldwide. According to the World Health Organisation (WHO), there are about 1.9 million…

Reuters · Mar 29, 2023

US aims to counter China's influence in global institutions, Yellen says

The United States is working hard to counter China's influence in international institutions and in lending to developing countries, U.S. Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen said on Wednesday.

Bangkok Post · Mar 28, 2023

China ramping up bailout loans to 'Belt and Road' countries

LONDON: China has handed out US$240 billion worth of bailout loans to 22 developing countries at risk of default over the past two decades, with the trend accelerating in recent years, a report said Tuesday.

Reuters · Mar 27, 2023

China spent $240 billion bailing out 'Belt and Road' countries - study

China spent $240 billion bailing out 22 developing countries between 2008 and 2021, with the amount soaring in recent years as more have struggled to repay loans spent building "Belt and Road" infrastructure, a study published on Tuesday showed.

Caixin Global · Mar 27, 2023

Former Brazilian Leader Elected President of Multilateral Bank NDB

Dilma Rousseff will helm the Shanghai-headquartered New Development Bank, which was set up to finance projects in emerging markets and developing countries

Asharq Al-Awsat · Mar 22, 2023

Egypt Launches Initiative to Ease Debts of Developing Countries

Egyptian Finance Minister Mohamed Maait called on Tuesday for easing the debts of developing countries by launching new consultations that “makes the debt crisis part of the solution”. Maait presented the “Sustainable Debt Coalition” to transform the debt burdens of developing countries into sustainable solutions for green recovery. The minister…

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