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Pilgrims in front of the Ulugh Beg Madrasah in Samarkand

Society Uzbekistan

9. October 2025

Investing Billions, to Lift Millions Out of Poverty

The Islamic Development Bank (IsDB) has affirmed its major role in financing inclusive development and poverty reduction in Uzbekistan — supporting projects that bring jobs, infrastructure, and growth to underserved communities.

Society

Society Brazil

3. October 2025

National Poverty Drop, with One Region Leading the Way

The Northeast region of Brazil has accounted for over one-third of the country’s recent reduction in poverty — a powerful sign that social policies are reaching the people who need them most.

Society

Society Africa

22. September 2025

Historic Milestone: Africa Leaves Debt Crisis Behind

For the first time in over ten years, no African country is in sovereign debt distress — a hopeful shift for the continent’s financial future.

Society

Myanmar workers crossing bridge to Thailand

Society Thailand

19. September 2025

Legal Work Rights for Refugees – Granted!

Thailand will now grant legal work rights to many long-stay Myanmar refugees living in camps — a change that promises more dignity, opportunity, and self-reliance.

Society

health worker in Bangladesh transporting vaccines in a cool box

Society Bangladesh

18. July 2025

Public Health Commitment Literally Pays Off

In just over 50 years, Bangladesh has become an “economic miracle,” with steady economic growth and major investments in public health that are expected to end the country’s need for vaccine support by 2030.

Environment

Environment New Zealand

15. April 2025

Here’a to a Bright and 100% Electric Future

Aotearoa New Zealand can positively predict that its electricity grid will be 100% renewable by 2040 with increased and accelerated investment in new electricity generation as part of its transition to a highly renewable electricity system.

Society

Society Indonesia

13. April 2025

Here, Internet Access Progresses Hand-in-Hand with Financial Inclusion

Increased access to the Internet across Indonesia is coinciding with financial growth for millions.

Environment

Environment United Kingdom

4. April 2025

Net-Zero Jobs Pay More, and They’re Growing Fast

The United Kingdom has seen its net-zero sector grow three times faster than the overall national economy, cutting emissions, strengthening energy security, and creating high-paying jobs, proving that economic growth and climate action go hand in hand.

Society

Vendor on fruit and vegetable market in Colombo, Sri Lanka

Society Sri Lanka

26. March 2025

Island Nation Surpasses Economic Expectations

The South-Asian island nation of Sri Lanka has seen its economy grow more than 5% last year, beating forecasts and rebounding strongly from the country’s worst financial crisis in decades.

Environment

Environment Bolivia

6. February 2025

Amazonian Paradise Gets the Protection It Deserves

Bolivia has taken a major step toward conservation by establishing a vast protected area in the Amazon, securing half a million hectares of vital forests while supporting local communities and biodiversity.