World Bank13 Oct 2025Watch: Uncertainty looms as World Bank meets in WashingtonThe BBC’s Michelle Fleury looks at what to expect from the gathering of top bankers and finance ministers.13 Oct 20257 Feb 2025US should support World Bank and IMF - Bank of England bossAndrew Bailey says he is "following closely" whether Trump will change US support for the institutions.7 Feb 202516 Jan 2025Global growth forecast to flatline as tariffs add to strainsThe World Bank predicts global economic growth of 2.7% this year amid concerns living standards will struggle to improve.16 Jan 202523 Apr 2024World Bank suspends funding Tanzania tourism projectIt follows allegations of evictions and other rights abuses during the expansion of a national park.23 Apr 20249 Jan 2024Global economy set for weakest growth since CovidConcerns over interest rates and Middle East mean the World Bank expects growth of just 2.4% in 2024.9 Jan 202430 Oct 2023World Bank warns oil prices could reach $150A prolonged conflict in the Middle East would lead to much higher energy prices, the global institution predicts30 Oct 202312 Oct 2023UK hits back at World Bank criticism over aid cutsDevelopment Minister Andrew Mitchell says the UK is a "very dominant force" in aid for the poor.12 Oct 202321 Jun 2023Push to rebuild Ukraine's economy starts with UK's $3bnThe World Bank says many years of financial support are needed as London hosts a major conference.21 Jun 20233 May 2023Biden nominee gets top World Bank jobAjay Banga takes over as the anti-poverty lender faces pressure to do more to tackle climate change.3 May 2023...
