World Bank Group Backs Water Security and Agricultural Resilience in Brazil's Paraná State

https://www.worldbank.org/en/news/press-release/2026/08/26/world-bank-group-backs-water-security-and-agricultural-resilience-in-brazil-s-para?cid=ECR_E_NewsletterWeekly_EN_EXT&deliveryName=DM288014 WASHINGTON, D.C., August 26, 2026 — The World Bank Group will support the State of Paraná, Brazil, strengthen water security and protect farmers and rural communities from climate shocks through a new project. It is expected to generate and protect between 54,000 and 78,000 jobs across agriculture, water services, and associated economic activity in one of Brazil's most economically vital regions.