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Weekly Update: ??World Bank Group at #COP29 This Week ??Multilateral Development Banks to Boost Climate Finance ??World Bank Expands Lifeline to Disaster-Hit Small States ??New Country Climate and Development Reports Insights #CCDR

Single-use plastics are a major contributor to plastic pollution. Join Anjali Acharya on #ExpertAnswers as she explores these products' environmental and health risks and The World Bank's efforts to address the issue. https://wrld.bg/KnOj50UaVN0 #COP29 #BeatPlasticPollution

New #FoodSecurity Update | Highlights: ??Since the last update on October 18, the agricultural and cereal price indices closed 1 and 2 percent higher, respectively; the export price index closed at the same level. ??Domestic food price inflation remains high in low- and middle-income countries. ??The November 2024 Agricultural Market Information System (AMIS) Market Monitor highlighted a range of price fluctuations and policy changes in global agriculture in October. ??In the most recent Commodity Markets Outlook, The World Bank is projecting a 4 percent decrease in agriculture commodity market prices index in 2025 before stabilizing in 2026. ??The latest Hunger Hotspots Report by the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) and the World Food Program World Food Program (WFP) warns about worsening acute food insecurity in 16 hunger hotspots (covering 22 countries and territories) that will require urgent action between November 2024 and May 2025. Download: https://wrld.bg/HsV650U9j8R

Climate change causes poverty, food insecurity, conflict, displacement, & health problems. Watch the #ExpertAnswers episode with Tamer Rabie, Global Program Lead for Climate and Health at The World Bank, as he shares insights on tackling these challenges. ??https://wrld.bg/vhG850U8cWc #COP29

At #G20Brazil, Korea announced it is pledging KRW 846 billion to #IDA21, a 45% increase over its previous contribution. The former IDA beneficiary-turned-donor is also hosting the final replenishment meeting in December. https://wrld.bg/p31a50U9AEK #IDAWorks The Ministry of Economy and Finance of the Republic of Korea

At #G20Brazil, Norway announced an early financial commitment to #IDA21, pledging a 50% increase over its previous contribution. The pledge reinforces Norway's steadfast dedication to global development and cooperation. https://wrld.bg/IzJF50U9lKr #IDAworks Norwegian Ministry of Foreign Affairs

As we wrap up week one of #COP29 in Baku, we’re reminded of the power of collaboration in advancing climate solutions for a livable planet and a future free from poverty. From private sector leaders to youth activists, everyone has a role in meeting this urgent challenge. Here are some key highlights from the week: ??????????????????????????: ??Multilateral Development Banks (MDBs) pledged $120 billion annually for climate finance in low- and middle-income countries by 2030, including $42 billion for adaptation and $65 billion from the private sector. ???????? ????????: https://wrld.bg/HiTN50U5ljw ??Responding to feedback from countries, The World Bank’s Climate Resilient Debt Clause (CRDC) now covers all natural disasters, including droughts, floods and health emergencies like pandemics. ???????? ????????: https://wrld.bg/xvvK50U5mgt ????????????: ?????????????? ???? ?????? ??????????????????: ?????????????? ???????????????????? ???????????????????? ?????? ?????????????? ?–Adapting to climate change is urgent, requiring faster, resilient development and targeted interventions ???????????????????? ?????????????????? ?????? ?????? ?????????? ???????????????????? ???? ???????????????? ?????? ???????????????????? ??????????????????? – Achieving global climate goals requires renewable energy investments, but developing economies need support. Our panel explored financing reforms, FDI for low-carbon tech, revenue policies, and public-private partnerships. ???????????????? ???????????? ??????-à-?????? ??????????????????????: ?????? ?????????????????????????? ?????????????????????? ?????????????????????? ???????????????????? – IDA is vital for climate action in 78 low-income countries. Leaders and experts discussed the need to scale its impact as it prepares for its 21st replenishment. ???????????????????? ?? ?????? ???????????????? ???? ????-???????? ???????????? ??????????????? – High-integrity carbon markets can drive climate action, but trust is lacking. We launched MIGA’s letter of authorization template administered by the WBG Guarantee Platform to secure insurability rights and standardize government commitments to investors. ???????????????????? ???????????? ???????????? ?????? ?????? ??????????????-????-?????????? ???? ???????????? – Nearly 600 million people in Africa lack basic electricity. At the event, panelists discussed how innovative financing, including specialized funds, can expand access to affordable, sustainable energy in remote areas. Watch the events replays: https://wrld.bg/RyXo50U7pKi

Electricity = Digital inclusion. Through #Mission300 — our goal to connect 300M people in #Africa by 2030 — and a new $25M investment in Acumen’s H2R initiative, rural communities gain more than light. They access digital banking, e-commerce, and endless online opportunities. Bridging the digital divide, one connection at a time. Learn more: https://wrld.bg/mHmy50U7TSW

From Mozambique to Jordan, see how The World Bank Group's new Scorecard is making a difference on the ground. Tune in to the #DevelopmentPodcast for inspiring stories and insights from Ed Mountfield and Lu Shen from the Asian Development Bank (ADB). ??https://wrld.bg/aW1y50U7qYu #COP29

Limiting the worst effects of a changing climate requires that the supply of clean electricity grows rapidly. Learn more on how #CarbonPricing can help drive decarbonization within the power sector’s complex regulatory framework: https://wrld.bg/qKab50U7tPP #COP29