A new World Bank Group strategy for small states: Putting jobs at the center Gallina Andronova VinceletteJohn Briceño April 17, 2026 This page in: English © 2026 World Bank Group,

https://blogs.worldbank.org/en/voices/new-world-bank-group-strategy-for-small-states-jobs-at-the-center Small States face a unique and often underestimated set of economic challenges. Their size, geography, and exposure to external forces mean that shocks—whether climate-related, economic, or geopolitical—can have disproportionately large and lasting effects. For small businesses, a single hurricane, a sudden surge in imported fuel prices, or a downturn in tourism can undo months of investment and income in a matter of days. © 2026 World Bank Group,