@WorldBankGroup Senior Representative for European Economic Cooperation
Paris, France
Joined June 2013
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Martin Raiser retweeted
Daha net olmak gerekirse, sorun şu. Türkiye gerek coğrafyası gerek tarihi nedeniyle ekonomik büyümesini 45 yıldır yakınındaki en büyük ekonomik pazar olan Avrupa pazarı ile bütünleşme perspektifi üzerinden kurguladı. Bu da doğru bir tercihti.
Martin Raiser retweeted
Last week, @WorldBankGroup announced a record $112B in private capital mobilized in FY26—more than 3x FY22. A thriving private sector means more and better jobs. This week at #UNGA81, we look forward to engaging partners on this and other critical areas.
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Martin Raiser retweeted
Air pollution doesn’t stop at borders—and neither should our solutions.
New analysis shows coordinated cross-border action can deliver cleaner air across South Asia at nearly 45% lower cost.
Learn more about steps countries can take to breathe easier: wrld.bg/VN5u50XVOBI
Good to connect with @OECD in Paris. Excellent opportunity to build on the strong science-education-development-finance ecosystem in Paris to foster a closer knowledge partnership.
Good discussion with @OECD Deputy Secretary-General Mary Beth Goodman & our teams on development effectiveness, financing & shared knowledge priorities.
The OECD is a valued partner, and we look forward to our continued collaboration and knowledge sharing.
It was a privilege to have served as the @WorldBank Vice President for South Asia for the past three years.
I welcome John in this new role and wish him all the best as he continues to carry this important work forward.
The @WorldBank has appointed Johannes Zutt, a development expert with over two and a half decades of experience at the World Bank Group, as its new Vice President for the #SouthAsia Region. Read more: wrld.bg/Hbs350WiV7p
In #Bangladesh, enhancing air quality is a critical development priority.
The Bangladesh Clean Air Project, the first in a series of projects, will help strengthen air quality monitoring, enforcement of emissions limits and reducing transport emissions: wrld.bg/m2Q450WeGga
South Asia loses over 30% of its food every year — enough to feed 300 million people. That’s not just food—it’s water, land, and livelihoods wasted.
We need to rethink how we value food, support smarter policies, and build resilient food systems: wrld.bg/4roF50WeGaT
Air pollution is the number one health risk factor in #Nepal, reducing life expectancy and impacting GDP.
Our new report outlines the benefits, sources & solutions to achieve cleaner air: wrld.bg/Ubf750WeG75
We are working closely with the Australian govt to build skills, networks, & create more job opportunities for women across South Asia. This blog by @cfruman and @dfat assistant secretary Lucienne Manton reflects on our partnership for prosperity: wrld.bg/knHe50Wb51R
#SouthAsia’s path to climate resilience will depend on stronger private sector engagement. Our @WorldBank report finds that while adaptation is happening, most measures remain basic. Policy reforms are critical to drive more impactful & lasting solutions: wrld.bg/laaM50W9bUl
The @WorldBank Group’s new strategy for #Nepal will support inclusive growth, climate resilience and job creation. Please join the June 13 discussion to learn more.
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New @WorldBank #GEP2025 report projects global growth to slow to 2.3% in 2025 amid trade tensions. #SouthAsia’s growth is set to slow to 5.8% as exports and investment weaken, then rebound to 6.2% in 2026–27. wrld.bg/OWEb50W7TGA
Martin Raiser retweeted
Join us for the Geneva launch of a new @WorldBank's report on how households and businesses in #SouthAsia are adapting to #climatechange.
🗓️ June 12 | 🕒 15:00 CEST | 📍 WMO Geneva + Online
🔗 Register: shorturl.at/8PW0c
#ClimateAdaptation #RisktoResilience
Exciting to see the new 7-year @WorldBank Group strategy focus on unlocking #Nepal’s growth potential through digital access, tourism, and urban development. A strong foundation for more #jobs and better services.
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Women make up most of #Pakistan’s agricultural workforce but face greater climate risks and lower pay. Access to land, skills, and markets can boost incomes and resilience. Closing this gap is key to more inclusive growth. Read more: wrld.bg/EBh950W62sM
Martin Raiser retweeted
Fresh off the press!
📷 The latest "World Bank in India" newsletter is packed with impactful stories, including a look at how communities in Meghalaya are reviving forests and adopting sustainable practices in agriculture!
📷 Read now for expert blogs, project highlights, videos, and new research: wrld.bg/AhTF50W1Ypv
Missed previous editions? Find them here: wrld.bg/WXK450W1Ypu
#WBINewsletter #DevelopmentNews
What an insightful event on using AI and innovation to tackle pollution in #SouthAsia! Great to hear from regional experts and changemakers. Watch the full discussion: wrld.bg/mGqu50W5HU7
Delighted to see @rickykej using the power of music to amplify the call for clean air in #SouthAsia. On #WorldEnvironmentDay, it’s clear that urgent, collective action is the only way forward. worldbank.org/en/who-we-are/… #EndAirPollution
Air pollution causes 2M premature deaths each year in #SouthAsia. Grammy award winner @rickykej & his team are collaborating with the @WorldBank to call for clean air & a healthier future.
Learn how to #EndAirPollution in South Asia: wrld.bg/4lpf50W4qFh #WorldEnvironmentDay
Could this be India’s moment ? We argue yes in the following blog: A window of opportunity: Trade as catalyst for India’s development blogs.worldbank.org/en/endpo… via @WorldBank
How can governments in #SouthAsia help people and firms adapt to climate shocks? Removing distortions in land and labor markets, expanding access to finance and investing in public infrastructure will be key. More in my new blog: wrld.bg/zOwW50W3xAT
