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World Bank President Jim Yong Kim outlined the organization’s efforts to stop corruption in its development projects. He was joined by panelists in a discussion on ways to control…

Former World Bank president and U.S. envoy to Gaza James Wolfensohn talked about the prospects for young people growing up in the Palestinian territories, where nearly three-quarters of the…

Panelists spoke about the global economic crisis and possible implications for U.S. foreign policy in the Middle East. Among the topics they addressed were the growing impact of a global economic…

Authors discussed the role that social entrepreneurs play, or could play, in improving social and economic conditions in the U.S. and internationally. Peter Osnos moderated. Topics included…

Global leaders convened in New York from September 15-17, 2005, for the inaugural meeting of the Clinton Global Initiative. The conference tackled critical issues, including poverty and religious conflict,…

Mr. Wolfensohn talked about international relief and aid efforts for Asian tsunami victims and providing global economic and development assistance in both the near and long term. Following…

Several officials spoke at the opening session of the World Economic Forum. Among the topics addressed were the war in Iraq, peace efforts in the Middle East, the work of the World Bank, and…

Minister Al-Assaf and President Wolfensohn talked about the challenges and broader issues associated with energy and the global economy. Topics included oil prices, development in Saudi…

Participants talked about methods of promoting international security and prosperity. Among the topics they addressed were building trade partnerships, combating poverty, social justice and…

Mr. Wolfensohn talked about the role of the World Bank in trying to put together a plan for the reconstruction of Iraq, including that country’s administration, education, employment, and…

Senator Kennedy talked about the plight of persons with disabilities in the U.S. and developing countries. He also called for a U.N. declaration on the rights of the disabled.

World finance ministers and bank officials spoke about a variety of issues including the financial impact of September 11, 2001 attacks on the U.S., fighting world poverty, aid to…

Mr. Wolfensohn spoke to reporters about the goals of the World Bank and International Monetary Fund being held in Washington, DC. Among the topics he addressed were the progress of existing…

Mr. Wolfensohn spoke about the IMF/World Bank Conference and what they hope to accomplish. He answered questions from members of the media.

World financial leaders talked to a United Nations conference about international aid and economic development in poorer nations.

Ms. Robinson spoke to business leaders about human rights and the importance of economic development in ensuring human rights. Among the issues she addressed were United Nations activities…

President Bush spoke to economic leaders about providing debt relief to developing nations through direct grants rather than loan programs.

Mr. Wolfenson and Mr. Nimmananahaeminda talked to reporters about the World Bank meeting. They said that the meeting focused on reducing poverty and dealt with the AIDS epidemic. Following…

Mr. Wolfensohn spoke about the World Bank meeting agenda and about opposition gathered in Washington. Following his remarks he answered questions from reporters.