However, the effective operation of the VAT breaks down in the presence of exemptions. Unlike zero rates, exemptions deny input tax credits, thereby increasing production costs and resulting in VAT ...

This report assesses opportunities to increase private sector participation and financing for climate adaptation and nature-based infrastructure in Emerging and Developing Economies (EMDEs). Climate ...

The benefits of open banking are obvious and significant for consumers — especially those underserved by the current marketplace. Bankers and regulators should work to speed up its implementation.

The World Bank has said that the discontinuation of the CBN’s Ways and Means advances, combined with ongoing monetary policy ...

The first 10-year implementation plan anchors the World Bank’s Country Partnership Framework (CPF) (FY21- FY25). Malawi has enjoyed sustained peace and stable governments since independence in 1964.

The Basel Committee’s decision to take a voluntary approach to climate rules and focus only on extreme weather will weaken a ...