COVID-19 (coronavirus)

The global fight against the COVID-19 crisis continues as countries face shockwaves beyond their health systems to their economies as well. This week, the World Bank Group has announced the first…

What do the empty shelves mean? And what can we learn from the past –and from each other– to keep food moving in a time of fear and confusion caused by the coronavirus?

The World Bank Group is working to strengthen developing nations’ ability to respond to the COVID-19 pandemic and shorten the time to economic and social recovery.

Those most reliant on remittances are the most exposed to the effects of the pandemic.

Malaysia is no stranger to external shocks affecting its macroeconomy. This latest global COVID-19 crisis is particularly unique given the context in which it emerged and the dual threats it poses…