The World Bank Group (WBG) pledges to invest $7 billion annually in Brazil’s development until the year 2028. This funding includes $2 billion from the International Bank for Reconstruction and Development (IBRD) and $5 billion from the International Finance Corporation (IFC). The Multilateral Investment Guarantee Agency (MIGA) also supports this initiative. Developed in partnership with […]
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