Asian Development Bank and the World Bank Group Announce Pacific Projects as First Proposed Under Groundbreaking Partnership Initiative

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Advancing Aviation for Development Gary ChewCharles E. Schlumberger December 11, 2025 This page in: English ++

https://blogs.worldbank.org/en/transport/advancing-aviation-for-development The International Civil Aviation Day is celebrated annually on 7 December in recognition of aviation’s important role in propelling global connectivity and economic growth. Aviation is unique among transport modes. It collapses distance and opens opportunities for landlocked countries, small island developing states, and remote regions where roads or ports are limited. Aviation is also integral to the job creation agenda. It is estimated to support 87 million jobs worldwide, comprising 12 million direct jobs in airports, airlines, aerospace and air navigation services, as well as 75 million other jobs in aviation supply chains and adjacent industries like fuel suppliers, tourism, and hospitality. More broadly, air transport is key to shared prosperity, as it supports US$ 4.1 trillion in global activities - almost 4% of global GDP. Trade and Development Chart: The fine line of data localization in digital trade Nigorakhon Sadikova December 11, 2025 This page in: English https://blogs.worldbank.org/en/trade/chart--the-fine-line-of-data-localization-in-digital-trade

Five lessons on what works in digital health Gianluca Cafagna December 11, 2025 This page in: English Español

https://blogs.worldbank.org/en/latinamerica/5-lessons-on-what-works-in-digital-health Digital transformation in health is key to advancing toward universal health coverage, as it contributes to improving access and continuity of healthcare and strengthens resilience in times of crisis.

Rethinking public works for jobs and skills in a changing world Christian BodewigMichael WeberMarko BucikAditi Lal December 11, 2025 This page in: English

https://blogs.worldbank.org/en/investinpeople/rethinking-public-works-for-jobs-and-skills-in-a-changing-world Public works are a common choice to protect people in need through temporary jobs and income. Beyond a paycheck, they can offer dignity and the prospect of a path out of poverty or unemployment, engaging people in meaningful work for public assets, from building roads to repairing schools.

With women in medicine, medical research starts asking different questions. Guest post by Fatima Aqeel Development Impact Guest Blogger December 12, 2025 This page in: English

https://blogs.worldbank.org/en/impactevaluations/with-women-in-medicine--medical-research-starts-asking-different This is the 19th in this year’s series of posts by PhD students on the job market.

City tourism: unlocking jobs, opportunities, and regional growth Catherine Tovey December 08, 2025 This page in: English

https://blogs.worldbank.org/en/sustainablecities/mena-city-tourism From ancient Byblos and Carthage to the sacred monuments of Madinah, bustling souks of Marrakesh, and futuristic skyscrapers of Dubai, cities in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) have long enticed travelers worldwide.

Global trade’s rollercoaster ride M. Ayhan KoseAlen Mulabdic December 11, 2025 This page in: English

https://blogs.worldbank.org/en/developmenttalk/global-trade-s-rollercoaster-ride Global trade has proved resilient amid rising protectionism and geopolitical tension, leavened by regional integration and new trade agreements.