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World Bank Helps Bhutan Enhance Climate and Disaster Resilience
A GFDRR-supported project that will strengthen Bhutan's capacity to manage disasters.
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New World Bank Report Assesses Impact of Conflict on Lebanon’s Economy and Key Sectors
The cost of physical and economic damages due to the Lebanon conflict is estimated at $8.5 billion.
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Global evidence of rapid urban growth in flood zones since 1985
This study shows since 1985, human settlements have expanded into present-day flood zones.
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Closing the knowledge gap to better manage climate risk
Investing in digital public goods that can help society tackle big challenges like climate change.
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World Bank to Support Hurricane Beryl-Affected Communities in St. Vincent and the Grenadines
GFDRR's Canada-Caribbean Resilience Facility mobilized experts to prepare the $63 million project.
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Jamaicans to Benefit from Redevelopment of the Kingston Waterfront
GFDRR’s work on nature-based solutions has enabled the World Bank's $12 million project in Jamaica.
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World Bank Approves $150 Million to Strengthen Nepal’s Disaster Response and Resilience
GFDRR resources will support the implementation of reforms under the Cat DDO to deliver results.
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A Pledge for Safer Learning Environments
Ministerial Declaration on Comprehensive School Safety in Central Asian Countries.
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Romania and World Bank Group Renew Partnership to Reduce Inequality, Boost Competitiveness, and Accelerate the Green Transition

A new $500 million Disaster Risk Management Loan for Romania, featuring a Catastrophe Deferred Drawdown (CAT DDO) option supported by GFDRR, was just endorsed by the World Bank, along with a new five-year Country Partnership Framework. This is the second CAT DDO for Romania aiming to drive critical reforms for inclusive disaster preparedness and response. (LinkedIn)

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World Bank endorses major infrastructure initiative to boost road management in Bahia, Brazil

The World Bank Board of Directors has approved a new project to upgrade road infrastructure in the state of Bahia, Brazil, benefitting 2.35 million people. This initial $150 million loan is part of a larger $1.662 billion program aimed at enhancing road infrastructure management nationwide to improve transportation conditions, access, and environmental sustainability. GFDRR played a key role in preparing this project, especially in including climate resilience as one of the central pillars for road maintenance. (LinkedIn)