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The World Bank can be an effective tool in the fight against poverty with fundamental changes in its power structure.
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Have banks been speculating on food markets and could this contribute to pushing millions into hunger and poverty?
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Last Modified: 03 Sep 2012 14:46 GMT
World Bank: Food costs at record levels again
Prices now one per cent higher than previous peak in Feburary 2011 "threatening the health and well-being of millions".
Carey L Biron
Features
Last Modified: 31 Aug 2012 12:58 GMT
Who should run the global economy?
Governments from around the world will meet this week to determine the future of global economic governance.
Deborah James
Opinion
Last Modified: 23 Apr 2012 11:36 GMT
Selecting a World Bank president: The resilience of a West-centric world
The governance of the world economy remains neoliberal and West-centric, and for this reason less than legitimate.
Richard Falk
Opinion
Last Modified: 20 Apr 2012 15:15 GMT
US choice named World Bank chief
Selection of Korean-born Jim Yong Kim draws criticism from other candidates over alleged US dominance of powerful post.
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Will the World Bank change direction?
As the World Bank is expected to select a new president, we discuss what challenges the institution is facing.
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Last Modified: 14 Apr 2012 12:32 GMT
Unexpected nomination by Obama for World Bank
Obama's World Bank nomination of a relatively unknown but highly regarded health specialist has surprised experts.
Jim Lobe
Features
Last Modified: 24 Mar 2012 14:25 GMT
Three in running for World Bank job
US nominates Jim Yong Kim for leadership of global lender, but Nigerian and Colombian candidates also in running.
Americas
Last Modified: 24 Mar 2012 12:13 GMT
Shortlist for World Bank presidency
Tradition of US appointee taking helm of global lender faces challenge from emerging economies-backed candidates.
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