📕 New @WorldBank #MENA, #Afghanistan, & #Pakistan Economic Update! Growth in the region to average 2.8% in 2025 & 3.3% in 2026. Downside risks persist amid ongoing global uncertainty due to trade shifts & continued conflict & displacement. https://t.co/LzmMuGIuCt #MENAAPUpdate

Cultural heritage is a vital part of sustainable development, connecting communities and inspiring future generations. A privilege to tour the Museum of Islamic Art and experience its world-class collection spanning 1,400 years of Islamic history. @IFC_MiddleEast

#الشرق_الأوسط يواجه تحديًا و��يفيًا مع دخول 36 مليون شخص سوق العمل خلال العقد القادم. في مقال رأي عبر @AlArabiya يوضح خواجة أفتاب أحمد دور رأس مال القطاع الخاص في خلق الوظائف ودفع النمو الاقتصادي، وهو ما يشكل أولوية @albankaldawli. 🔗 للمزيد https://t.co/8z6F11dZoJ

Met with H.E. Fahad bin Hamad Al Sulaiti, Director General of @qatar_fund, to strengthen the Qatar–@WorldBank Group partnership. We explored ways to leverage Qatar’s development leadership and @IFC_org’s global reach to deliver high-impact projects, including in high-risk and

A pleasure to meet with @Powerholdingqa’s leadership to discuss strategic engagements in agriculture, healthcare, and infrastructure. Our field visit to Baladna Farm also underscored opportunities to deepen our partnership across the Middle East and other emerging markets.

A partnership with Qatar’s leading financial institution, @QNBGroup, is key to channeling capital where it’s most needed. In #Doha, I met with CEO Abdulla Mubarak Al-Khalifa to discuss expanding @IFC_org’s investments and cooperation across QNB’s emerging-market subsidiaries to

Delighted to meet with Badr Mohammed Al Meer, CEO of @qatarairways, to discuss their ambitious expansion and sustainability plans. We explored opportunities to partner in boosting trade, tourism, and connectivity across emerging markets, especially in Africa. @IFC_MiddleEast

تفتخر@IFC_org بمنح @JKB_Bank شهادة @edgebuildings، ليصبح أول بنك في #الأردن يحقق هذا الإنجاز. يعني هذا التكريم أن مقر البنك يستهلك طاقة أقل بنسبة 26% ومياهاً أقل بنسبة 45%

Productive discussion with H.E. Ali bin Ahmed Al Kuwari @MOF_Qatar, Minister of Finance, on advancing @WorldBank Group’s role as #Qatar’s long-term partner by mobilizing public and private sector solutions to drive growth and job creation in emerging markets. @IFC_MiddleEast

Salam Alekoum. Glad to be in Doha for my first mission as @IFC_org Managing Director—marking a new chapter in the @WorldBank Group’s growing partnership with Qatar. We're committed to supporting #QatarNationalVision2030 and advancing our partnership around knowledge, innovation,

@WorldBankMENA , @WBG_Gender

Why does supporting women’s economic participation in the private sector across the #MiddleEast go beyond being the right thing to do? In our #IFCExpertTalks series, @IFC_org's Sammar Essmat shares the business & social benefits and how IFC is driving change.

🎥 Highlights from the recent #IFCinIraq Day, celebrating a new chapter of partnerships as the country’s agile private sector continues to drive growth. Learn more here: https://t.co/2XcD6WvOTJ @mohamedshia; @IraqiPMO

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These new investments in energy, infrastructure, agribusiness, and finance are expected to foster sustainable growth, diversify the economy, and create jobs in line with #Iraq’s Vision 2030.

📢 Big news from #IFCinIraq! Just announced 8 new engagements, totaling $1B in new investments during an ‘IFC Partnerships Day’ held under the patronage of the Prime Minister of #Iraq, @mohamedshia. @IraqiPMO

Two decades of impact & partnerships in #Iraq, with momentum building. @IFC_org continues to channel capital into local priorities, creating jobs, boosting trade & advancing Iraq’s Vision 2030. See how trusted partnerships are shaping Iraq’s economy. #IFCinIraq

On #SouthSouthCooperationDay, we spotlight a company that embodies the power of cross-border collaboration. Marco Arcelli, CEO of Saudi’s @ACWAPower, shares how the company has been delivering essential services in emerging markets, w/ @IFC_org’s support. https://t.co/O1FJkaoh9m

💡Meet Muhamed, Minn, & Mustafa, entrepreneurs reshaping post-conflict #Iraq. With @IFC_org client National Bank of Iraq’s support, loans, training & digital tools, they’re creating jobs, boosting SMEs & driving recovery. Discover their stories https://t.co/E1dS604Qji #IFCInIraq

For 20+ years, @IFC_org is a steadfast partner to #Iraq, providing financial & advisory support to drive sustainable growth, create jobs, & strengthen key sectors. Swipe to explore our impact & stay tuned for new announcements soon! #IFCinIraq