First, the good news: in the face of one shock after another, the global economy has proved to be surprisingly shock-proof since the COVID-19 pandemic.Despite steep tariff increases and historically high policy uncertainty during the last 12 months, global GDP growth in 2025 is set to come in at 2.7 percent—the pace that was predicted ...
The World Bank Group Sanctions System Data Companion provides information on individuals and entities sanctioned by the World Bank Group in Fiscal Year 2025 (FY25) as well as select additional insights. It provides key data on the duration of proceedings and the range of cases reviewed and closed by the Office of Suspension and Debarment and the Sanctions ...
The global economy is facing another substantial headwind, emanating largely from an increase in trade tensions and heightened global policy uncertainty. For emerging market and developing economies (EMDEs), the ability to boost job creation and reduce extreme poverty has declined. Key downside risks include a further escalation of trade barriers and conti...
Yet one in four developing economies remains poorer than it was in 2019WASHINGTON, January 13, 2026—The global economy is proving more resilient than anticipated despite persistent trade tensions and policy uncertainty, according to the World Bank’s latest Global Economic Prospect...
The country faces a challenging transition, but it can progress if the people work togetherNepal has a unique opportunity for transformation. The recent youth-led protests underscored aspirations for greater transparency, governance and a more equal distribution of economic opportunities and resources. This yearning resonated in Nepal and beyond.Now, Nepal...
SummaryThe country continues to face a highly challenging environment marked by the conflict in the East, compounded by mounting humanitarian pressures. The situation continues to strain public finances, with escalating security spending crowding out other essential expenditure. Recent political transitions, including a government reshuffle and changes of ...
Through national trainings, UNESCO supported South African organisations to respond to digital risks while promoting free expression and access to information.UNESCOFrom 13 November to 2 December 2025, UNESCO, in collaboration with the Centre for Human Rights (University of Pretoria) and the Social Media 4 Peace South Africa (SM4P) coalition, delivered a s...
The implementation of the UNESCO Culture|2030 Indicators was officially launched in Barbados during a kick-off workshop held from 19 to 21 November 2025 in Bridgetown. The workshop was organized by the Division of Culture, Prime Minister’s Office of Barbados, in close collaboration with UNESCO, thanks to the financial contribution of the European Union.UN...
Year-on-year headline inflation in the OECD as measured by the Consumer Price Index declined to 3.9% in November 2025, down from 4.2% in September 2025, the closest month with complete CPI data for all OECD countries.Year-on-year headline inflation in the OECD as measured by the Consumer Price Index (CPI) declined to 3.9% in November 2025, down from 4.2% i...
Milan, Italy, 12 January 2026 – Generali and the United Nations Industrial Development Organization (UNIDO) have today signed a joint declaration under the ACT Programme (Advancing Climate-Resilience and Transformation in African Coffee) to promote sustainable coffee production in Africa. The collaboration aims to strengthen international partnership...
