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Former IMF chief condemns failure to identify risks

Fund chief weighs the risks as US engine falters

Bank’s president urges reason, inspired by constructive relations with Temasek and China Development Bank

Advisory body pledges to “analyze nature of disturbances”

Policy flexibility more important than specific exchange rate levels, says Bundesbank president

Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala says World Bank has regained its identity and core purpose

Development committee chairman commends Zoellick middle-income push

National oil companies are rapidly reclaiming resource wealth from the private sector. But funding longer-term investment in the industry has never been a bigger concern

Global focus on microfinance from private investors and IFIs alike has never been greater, with the industry expected to swell to $250 billion over the next decade. But expanding the sector needs more than extra funds

Donor support glut threatens aid effectiveness, experts warn

A year on since a coup brought Thailand’s military to power, the economy is feeling the strain of neglect and mismanagement. Elections next January could change that – but don’t hold your breath

Doubts linger over Asia's progress, 10 years on from it's crises