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…
174 viewsMinister 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…
50 viewsParticipants talked about methods of promoting international security and prosperity. Among the topics they addressed were building trade partnerships, combating poverty, social justice and…
63 viewsWorld 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…
247 viewsMr. 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…
30 viewsWorld financial leaders talked to a United Nations conference about international aid and economic development in poorer nations.
31 viewsMs. 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…
63 viewsPresident Bush spoke to economic leaders about providing debt relief to developing nations through direct grants rather than loan programs.
37 viewsMr. 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…
37 viewsParticipants talked about the world economy and the need to build programs for debt relief for developing nations. They spoke about the conditions in several developing countries and said…
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