by Creativeneko
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 group of projects, to assist 25 countries through fast-track emergency operations to stem the pandemic.
- The World Bank’s Board of Executive Directors approved emergency support operations for developing countries around the world using a dedicated fast-track facility for COVID-19 (coronavirus) response. The first group of projects, amounting to $1.9 billion, will assist 25 countries, and new operations are moving forward in over 40 countries.
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