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The urgent issues of climate financing and global inequality will underpin this week’s spring meetings of the World Bank and the International Monetary Fund – coming amid growing calls for a shake-up of those institutions to avoid a climate-driven “economic catastrophe”.

Pressure piles on World Bank and IMF to steer countries to low-carbon transition at spring summit

US Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen to address China's economic growth concerns at upcoming IMF and World Bank meetings, fostering international economic co...

World Bank and IMF warn of 'historical reversal' in development for poorest nations due to COVID-19 impact.

Poverty reduction drive all but halted across many nations as Bank calls for more money to tackle a ‘great reversal’

The spring meetings of the International Monetary Fund and the World Bank are due to open Tuesday, with two clear objectives: help countries combat climate change, and assist the most indebted nations.

IMF and World Bank report warns of rising debt costs in emerging markets and the need for climate spending, urging proactive measures to prevent financial ...

Fragile recovery, low growth, global debt, AI, the climate … The organisations founded in 1944 have lots to talk about this week

Learn about the World Bank's focus on internal reforms to enhance efficiency and effectiveness in reducing poverty and promoting sustainable development.