Has globalization lessened the importance of physical distance? For economic shocks, new research suggests ‘yes’

National economies are increasingly moving in sync and responding to the same booms and busts as a result of ...
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The World Bank Group in Ethiopia, Fiscal Years 2013– 23: Country Program Evaluation

This Country Program Evaluation (CPE) assesses the performance of the World Bank Group’s (WBG) assistance to the Republic of ...

Bank for International Settlements: How It Shapes Global Finance

Learn about the Bank for International Settlements, its history, key functions, and how it supports global monetary stability ...
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Evaluation of the International Development Association Country Allocation System (Approach Paper)

The International Development Association (IDA) is the largest source of long-term concessional financing for the world’s poorest countries. Since 1960, IDA has delivered more than US$600 billion in ...
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Building Human Capital Where It Matters: Homes, Neighborhoods, and Workplaces

This report brings new evidence on how human capital is formed, showing that homes, neighborhoods, and workplaces play a ...