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Iraq is opening a new chapter

The World Bank pledged $900 million to Iraq over the next four years to help it create jobs, build stronger institutions and improve social…

December 19, 2012 8:40
 
IMF says Saudi economy 'buoyant'

Egypt sees IMF deal in 2 months, eyes World Bank aid

Egypt's prime minister expects to conclude a $4.8 billion IMF loan deal within two months and is in talks for additional budget support worth about $1 billion from the World Bank and the African Development Bank (AfDB), he said on Sunday.

September 9, 2012 5:26
 
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World Bank seeks investors for MENA fund

IFC to set up $500 million fund; Invested $3 billion in MENA region since Arab Spring; Targets $2.4 billion investment over next year

June 12, 2012 11:09
 
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Weak business laws make Kuwait punch below its weight –World Bank

Kuwait is punching below its weight in business due to its weak regulatory framework and needs to improve its insolvency laws so that distressed companies can restructure properly, a World Bank official said on Tuesday.

May 30, 2012 12:51