Malaysia’s Economy to See Continued Growth, But Downside Risks are Elevated
Malaysia’s economy is expected to grow at 4.6 percent
in 2019, according to the 20th edition of the World Bank’s
Malaysia Economic Monitor, launched today. Given Malaysia’s...
Uncertainty is Certain for China’s Growing Economy
Uncertainty is the enemy of markets, but seems assured
for the year ahead when it comes to China’s economic outlook.
At a CCTV-2 debate, one of...
No More Business as Usual: Improving Water Usage in Central Asia
Central Asia’s future economic development, including
its energy and water security, depends to a great extent on how effectively
countries manage their natural water supplies, especially...
Banking on Impact: What You Need to Know about Results-Based Financing
From investing in health and education to providing
water and sanitation, developing countries need $3.9 trillion each year to power their efforts toward the Sustainable
Development...
A Season of Classic Films: European classics screened at cultural heritage venues across Europe
This summer, European film classics will be screened
in some of Europe's most iconic cultural heritage venues. From tomorrow until
the end of September, classic films from...
How countries are using better data to increase trade
Rich countries may be retreating from trade
liberalization, but developing countries are doing the opposite. Increasingly,
they are using trade deals to increase growth, create jobs...
Bangladesh Must Modernize Public Financial Management in Local Governments
Despite the long history of
local governance and recent decentralization efforts, the local government
institutions in Bangladesh play a limited role in delivering services due to...
Unveiled: The Brightest Young Scientific Minds in the World
The World Economic Forum today
recognizes 21 brilliant researchers under the age of 40 at the cutting edge of
discovery with the announcement of its Class...
The Sounds of the Islands: Junkanoo Cultural Festival
It starts with a deep drumbeat, a baritone sensation
that vibrates within your chest. An instant tingle of rhythm journeys up your
spine in anticipation of...
New Zealand can improve well-being through better policymaking and reforms
New Zealand’s economy has stabilised, with
solid growth supporting well-being through jobs and incomes. Ongoing
implementation of the government’s new well-being approach to policymaking will
offer further...