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  • China's recovery broadens as economic activities continue to normalize: WB

    China's recovery has broadened as its economic activities have continued to normalize under the country's effective suppression of COVID-19, the latest report published by the World Bank (WB) said on Tuesday.

    June30,2021


  • China's rebound "additive" needed to promote global growth in 2023: WB president

    China's economic rebound is an "additive" needed for a year like 2023 where global growth is expected to be weak, said World Bank Group President David Malpass on Thursday.

    April14,2023


  • Traditional banks usher in smart transformation by cutting branches and closing ATMs

    Traditional banks have embarked on the path of smart transformation. The used-to-be-everywhere physical branches are slimming away, along with roadside ATMs. But such offline to online banking transformation encounter difficulties as well during the process.

    October22,2020


  • WB urges Indonesia to double investment in infrastructure

    The Indonesian government needs to double spending on infrastructure to 500 billion U.S. dollars in five years, a top official of the world bank said here on Tuesday.

    July26,2017


  • Laos, WB launch 5-year partnership framework

    The World Bank Office in Vientiane has presented the bank's Partnership Framework for Laos 2017-2021, local daily Vientiane Times reported on Thursday.

    May25,2017


  • China beomes focus at IMF/WB annual meetings

    From economic growth, financial risks, currency internationalization to the Belt and Road Initiative, China was frequently mentioned by financial officials at the just-concluded annual meetings of the International Monetary Fund (IMF) and the World Bank.

    October16,2017


  • Myanmar, WB extend partnership agreement for development aid

    Myanmar and the World Bank Group have renewed an agreement of the Country Partnership Framework (CPF), extending it to two more years to help the country end extreme poverty and promote inclusive growth especially in rural areas.

    June27,2017


  • GLOBALink | China remains key contributor to world's sustainable growth, says WB President

    World Bank President Ajay Banga was wowed by China's environmental protection and sustainability efforts after visiting a village in north China's Hebei Province, calling for joint efforts for sustainable growth.

    March25,2024


  • Sub-Saharan Africa 2017 growth to quicken to 2.9 pct: WB

    The World Bank said sub-Saharan Africa economy is expected to pick up modestly to 2.9 percent in 2017 as the region continues to adjust to lower commodity prices.

    January12,2017


  • Bangladesh, WB sign 113 mln USD to modernize weather, hydrological information systems

    The Bangladeshi government has signed a 113 million U.S. dollars financing agreement with the World Bank (WB) to modernize the country's meteorological and hydrological information systems.

    April06,2017


  • Interview: China-ASEAN regional economic cooperation worth learning: WB vice president

    As his computer buzzed with a message alert, Zhang Xiaohui, a farmer from east China's Shandong Province, received new orders just a few minutes after he sat in front of the camera with a full bowl of cooked corn in his hands.

    September23,2019


  • WB forecasts China GDP growth at 6.2 pct in 2019, 6.1 pct in 2020

    The World Bank forecast Friday that China's economy will grow at 6.2 percent in 2019 and 6.1 percent in 2020.

    May31,2019


  • Investing in public infrastructure, services key to boost Cambodia's economy: WB

    The World Bank said on Wednesday that investing in key public goods and services such as infrastructure, health and education is fundamental for economic growth in Cambodia.

    May17,2017


  • WB sees Philippine economy to grow close to 7 pct in next three years

    Philippine economy is likely to grow close to 7 percent in the next two to three years, with it growth becoming inclusive, the World Bank (WB) said Tuesday.

    April12,2017


  • Foreign visitors experience China's improved mobile payment environment over Spring Festival

    Foreign visitors in China experienced a smoother, more convenient travel environment during this year's Spring Festival, thanks to improvements to the country's mobile payment systems.

    February07,2025


  • China Focus: China's new materials forge ahead with innovation, application

    Limestone, ubiquitous in the Earth's crust, has been transformed into an innovative nanomaterial at facilities in north China to support a diverse array of industries with lower carbon emissions.

    July31,2024


  • Across China: China rides new wave of inbound cruise tourism as visa-free travel gains steam

    China's coastal cities are witnessing a renewed wave of international cruise tourism, fueled by relaxed visa policies and improved accessibility for foreign travelers.

    April17,2025


  • China rides new wave of inbound cruise tourism as visa-free travel gains steam

    China's coastal cities are witnessing a renewed wave of international cruise tourism, fueled by relaxed visa policies and improved accessibility for foreign travelers.

    April18,2025


  • Chinese yuan strengthens in August

    Chinese yuan strengthened against a basket of currencies in August, according to the China Foreign Exchange Trade System (CFETS).

    September07,2023


  • Beijing airports enhance payment facilities for foreigners

    Beijing Capital International Airport and Beijing Daxing International Airport have created a more convenient payment experience for foreign visitors.

    February06,2024


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