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Economic development

Rebuilding the Breadbasket: African Development Bank and Partners Launch Report on Innovative Investment in Food Systems in Northern Nigeria

The African Development Bank, in partnership with the United Nations World Food Programme and the International Food Policy Research Institute, has released a report urging coordinated and innovative investments to strengthen food security and unlock the agricultural potential of northern Nigeria. The report, "Investing in Innovative Food Systems Solutions

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Xining Development Zone Successfully Cultivates Tibetan Carpet Textile Specialty Industrial Cluster

Xining, the capital city of Qinghai Province in China's northwest, has made significant strides in developing its Tibetan carpet industry. The Ministry of Industry and Information Technology recently announced the "Key Cultivation List of Textile and Garment Specialty Industrial Clusters in 2025 (First Batch)", with the

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Swedish Energy Agency Strengthens Nuclear Power Cooperation with International Players

The Swedish Energy Agency is participating in a Swedish-British nuclear power delegation to strengthen cooperation with international players and create new opportunities for Swedish industry. The delegation, scheduled for October 14-15, aims to bring together companies, authorities, and industry organizations from Sweden and the UK to create contacts, exchange knowledge,

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African Development Bank Affirms Support for Rwanda's Multipurpose Dam Project

A delegation from the African Development Bank, led by Director Mtchera Chirwa, has visited Rwanda to discuss the progress and implementation of the multipurpose dam project on the Muvumba River. The project, aimed at providing irrigation, hydropower generation, fisheries, livestock, and domestic use, is currently 36.6% complete and expected

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Minas Gerais Governor Embarks on International Mission to Attract Investment and Foster Cooperation

Governor Romeu Zema of Minas Gerais, Brazil, is leading a 15-day international mission to Europe, which will take him to Belgium, France, and Italy. The delegation will seek investment opportunities, strengthen bilateral relations, and learn about sustainable development strategies. The trip aims to consolidate partnerships and foster cooperation between Minas

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Escalating Tensions: Abia State Government vs Deputy Speaker Benjamin Kalu

The diplomatic rift between Abia State Governor Alex Otti and Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives Benjamin Kalu has reached a boiling point, with the state's Chief Liaison Officer, Chief Iheanyi Chinasa, taking direct aim at Kalu's recent criticisms of a $263.8 million loan

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GODA Committed to Delivering Quality Road Infrastructure in Abia North Zone

The Greater Ohafia Development Authority (GODA), led by Director-General Obinna Odum, is dedicated to transforming the narrative of roads in the Abia North zone. According to Odum, Abia State Governor Alex Otti is committed to delivering quality road infrastructure across the zone to fulfill his campaign promises. The inspection of

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African Development Bank and Bloomberg Philanthropies Join Forces for Private Sector Investment in Africa

In a new partnership announced on September 24, 2024, the African Development Bank Group and Michael R. Bloomberg, Chair of the Glasgow Financial Alliance for Net Zero (GFANZ), pledged to mobilize private sector investment in Africa, focusing on job creation, women's empowerment, and youth development. This move comes

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ADB Approves $250 Million Loan to Support Armenia's Social Housing Policy

The Asian Development Bank (ADB) has approved a $250 million results-based loan to support Armenia's social housing policy, providing long-term solutions for ethnic Armenian refugees who fled to the country in September 2023. The initiative, known as the Transformative Housing Reforms for Improved Vitality and Empowerment (THRIVE) Program,

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India and ADB Sign $125 Million Loan to Enhance Urban Livability and Climate Resilience in Assam

The Government of India and the Asian Development Bank (ADB) have signed a 125 million dollar loan agreement to improve urban livability and bolster climate resilience in six district headquarters and Guwahati in the State of Assam. This project will benefit 360,000 residents of Assam by providing a continuous

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India and ADB Sign $125 Million Loan for Assam Urban Development Project

The Government of India and the Asian Development Bank (ADB) have signed a loan agreement worth $125 million to enhance urban liveability and boost climate resilience in six district headquarters and Guwahati, Assam. The project aims to benefit 360,000 residents by delivering continuous metered water supply and upgrading stormwater

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Finance Minister Rameshore Prasad Khanal Holds Strategic Discussions with International Representatives

Finance Minister Rameshore Prasad Khanal held critical discussions with key international figures, including the US Ambassador to Nepal, the Asian Development Bank's Country Director, and the International Monetary Fund's Nepal Mission Chief, amidst Nepal's changing political landscape. The meetings focused on ensuring economic stability,

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