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A participant stands near a logo of World Bank at the International Monetary Fund - World Bank Annual Meeting 2018 in Nusa Dua, Bali, Indonesia, October 12, 2018. Photo :Reuters

Bangladesh risks losing billions as World Bank-funded projects stall

11 WB-funded projects worth $3.298 billion, but $2.72 billion remains unused

The Bangladesh Meteorological Department (BMD) predicts more frequent occurrences of rising heatwaves in the coming decade, where daily temperatures are expected to surpass 35°C beyond the summer season. Photo: TBS

Extreme heat exposures cost Bangladesh $1.78b last year in lost productivity: WB report

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WB offers $2.8b for 10 projects, urges faster approval ahead of February polls

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World Bank ‘Clear Her Path’ Global Competition: Alvee’s tech innovation for women’s empowerment wins big

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World Bank's IFC approves Oman polysilicon project loan over US objection: sources

In a first, World Bank to fund metro line connecting Old Dhaka

In a first, World Bank to fund metro line connecting Old Dhaka

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WB mandates 30% labour cost allocation in projects for local workers

File photo of World Bank’s new Vice President for the South Asia Region, Johannes Zutt. Photo: Courtesy

Bold, urgent reforms can accelerate inclusive growth, create jobs: World Bank

World Bank backs Bangladesh with $3b for essential services, reforms

World Bank backs Bangladesh with $3b for essential services, reforms

Newly appointed World Bank Vice President for South Asia Johannes Zutt meets Chief Adviser Professor Muhammad Yunus at the State Guest House Jamuna on Monday, 14 July 2025. Photo: CA press wing

World Bank VP Zutt meets CA Yunus, praises interim govt’s economic steps

Finance Adviser Dr Salehuddin Ahmed. File Photo

World Bank to continue support to Bangladesh projects: Finance adviser

Committed to helping Bangladesh maintain inclusive growth path: WB vice president

Committed to helping Bangladesh maintain inclusive growth path: WB vice president

File photo of World Bank’s new Vice President for the South Asia Region, Johannes Zutt. Photo: Courtesy

World Bank vice president for South Asia Region to visit Bangladesh