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IMF, World Bank approve new bailouts for Argentina

President Javier Milei has imposed aggressive reforms and austerity measures in a bid to boost the once-wealthy nation's flagging economy. The IMF says the bailouts are a vote of confidence in the…

4 weeks ago

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Ukraine will need more than $500bn to recover, World Bank estimates

The World Bank estimates it will take over $500 billion to rebuild Ukraine after three years of war. Also in this edition: Bitcoin hits its lowest level in over three months. Plus,…

2 months ago

Business

As World Bank turns 80, how to tackle 21st-century problems?

As the International Monetary Fund and World Bank mark 80 years since their founding, how can they stay relevant and effective? During the annual fall meeting in Washington, World Bank Senior Managing…

7 months ago

Business

World Bank warns of uncertain outlook and subdued growth in global economy

The World Bank has downgraded its previous prediction for global growth in 2021 to 4 percent. The organisation warned of a subdued recovery that could lag even further if countries do not…

4 years ago

Business·News

COVID-19 watch: Total cases in Nigeria now 66,805, #EndSARS Protest: IGP begs police officers to return to duty

Here are a few reasons to pick up a copy of The Guardian on Friday. Find these stories and much more when you grab a copy of The Guardian on Friday.…

4 years ago

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‘If anyone assaults you, defend yourself’ ― IGP tells police officers⁣ and more

Here are a few reasons to pick up a copy of The Guardian on Saturday⁣⁣. Find these stories and much more when you grab a copy of The Guardian on Saturday.⁣⁣ ⁣…

5 years ago

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#EndSARS: Police, LASTMA desert Lagos roads

Lagosians are now living in palpable fear as policemen, officials of Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC), and Lagos State Traffic Management Agency (LASTMA) have deserted Lagos roads and neighbourhoods for fear of…

5 years ago

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#EndSARS: Police arraign ex-lawmaker, Fayose’s ex-aide, 3 others for alleged arson⁣ and more

Here are a few reasons to pick up a copy of The Guardian on Wednesday. Find these stories and much more when you grab a copy of The Guardian on Wednesday.⁣⁣⁣⁣…

5 years ago

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#EndSARS: We’ve identified barracks where soldiers who shot protesters came from – Falana⁣⁣ and more⁣⁣

Here are a few reasons to pick up a copy of The Guardian on Tuesday⁣. Find these stories and much more when you grab a copy of The Guardian on Tuesday.⁣⁣⁣…

5 years ago

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