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The Indonesian government, with support from the World Bank, the International Development Association (IDA), and the Global Environment Facility (GEF), is implementing the Coral Reef Rehabilitation and Management Project (Phase II) worth $63.7 million. This project aims to strengthen institutions, empower communities, and promote public awareness and education for
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The Government of Tajikistan has announced a tender for the Dushanbe Water Supply Project, a $17 million loan from the International Development Association to finance water treatment and distribution works in Dushanbe city. The project is divided into two main components: emergency repair and rehabilitation of the water treatment plant
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Chinese President Hu Jintao emphasized the importance of the United Nations as the core of international multilateralism during a meeting with visiting UN Secretary-General Kofi Annan. Hu stated that China will support UN reform and recognize its vital role in addressing global challenges, including peace and development. The Chinese leader
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Chinese President byline, Josephine Ma in Beijing, echoed United Nations Secretary-General Kofi Annan's sentiments on China's vital role in global development and responsibility. Annan highlighted China's impact on global statistics, stating that its population and rapid economic growth make it a significant force in
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UN Secretary-General Kofi Annan has sent a letter to AU Commission Chairman Alpha Oumar Konare outlining four areas where the UN can provide assistance in expanding the African Union's ceasefire-monitoring mission in Darfur, a region in western Sudan. The AU is expanding its mission in response to growing
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UN Secretary-General Kofi Annan has launched an investigation into Israel's allegations that Palestinian militants used UN ambulances to transport rockets in the Gaza Strip. The probe, led by a UN team, follows Israel's release of video footage showing people running to a UN vehicle with what
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The Socialist Republic of Viet Nam has received a credit from the International Development Association toward the cost of the Higher Education Project. The project aims to supply, deliver, and provide incidental services for equipment for chemistry, biology, environment, and hydro-meteorology laboratories. The tender is open to all bidders from
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The World Bank has issued a tender for the supply of 260 digital cameras for the Primary Education for Disadvantaged Children Project in Viet Nam. The project is funded by the International Development Association and aims to improve education for disadvantaged children in the country. The tender is open to
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The World Bank, in conjunction with the United Nations Development Business Service, has issued a procurement invitation for the purchase of workshop equipment in Viet Nam. The equipment, including machine tools, hand tools, and compressed air equipment, is necessary for the maintenance of aids to navigation. The bidding process is
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The Government of Tamil Nadu has applied for a $110.8 million credit from the International Development Association (IDA) to support the Tamil Nadu Health Systems Project. The project will enhance the health care system in the state by upgrading infrastructure, improving healthcare services, and increasing access to medical equipment
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The Second Primary Education Development Program (PEDP II) in Bangladesh has issued a tender notice for the procurement of 817 metric tons of white cartridge paper. The project aims to improve the quality of education in the country and is financed by a credit from the International Development Association (IDA)
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The Socialist Republic of Viet Nam has applied for a credit from the International Development Association (IDA) to finance the Second Rural Energy Project, which aims to upgrade and expand the rural power network in 1200 communes. The project, jointly financed by the Global Environment Facility, will include the upgrading
