US EditionWorld Bank wins pledges for US$100 billion replenishment of fund for poorest countries
- Donor countries pledged a record US$100 billion for the World Bank's fund to aid the poorest nations in their struggles against debt and climate disasters.
- The World Bank announced the replenishment at a conference in Seoul, aiming to provide crucial loans and grants to approximately 78 low-income countries.
- World Bank President Ajay Banga stated that the funding will directly support the developing countries most in need of assistance.
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The Washington Hispanic
The World Bank announced Thursday that it has raised nearly $24 billion to provide loans and grants to developing countries, which will generate a record $100 billion in total purchasing power. Donor countries committed $23.7 billion to replenish the bank’s loan fund, known as the International Development Association (IDA), a World Bank spokesperson told AFP. The contribution marks a slight increase over the next $23.5 billion committed in the …
$100 Billion for Progress: Inside IDA’s Largest Replenishment Yet
In a powerful demonstration of global solidarity, leaders from around the world gathered in Seoul, South Korea, on Dec. 5-6, 2024, for the International Development Association (IDA) ’s 21st replenishment cycle (IDA21). IDA drives transformative change in the world’s most under-resourced countries through low-interest loans and grants, about 20% of which are grants that do not need to be repaid. This ensures essential support without burdening n…
Loans: The World Bank is allocating 100 billion in loans to the poorest countries over the next three years. The Netherlands is also contributing. On Friday morning, the…
World Bank announces $100B support for world's poorest countries
Washington, United States — The World Bank announced Thursday that it had raised close to $24 billion to provide loans and grants for some of the world’s poorest nations, which it can leverage to generate a record $100 billion in total spending power. Donor countries committed $23.7 billion to replenish the bank’s concessional lending arm,
World Bank Announces $100 Billion Aid Package for Developing Nations
The World Bank has unveiled a $100 billion aid package aimed at supporting the world’s poorest countries. This fund, managed by the International Development Association (IDA), is based on $24 billion in donor pledges. IDA’s unique structure allows it to leverage every dollar of donor contribution by 3.5 times, significantly amplifying the impact of the […]
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