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Europe and Central Asia
The World Bank Group works with countries in Europe and Central Asia to help improve people's lives and achieve shared prosperity in a variety of ways, including through financial lending and analytical and advisory services. Our work aims to help countries achieve better competitiveness, more inclusive growth, and to adapt to climate change and improve energy efficiency. Read Overview »
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Europe and Central Asia: A Year in Review
January 23, 2017 — A look at the milestones from around the region in 2016, from Economic Updates to key projects and initiatives undertaken throughout Europe and Central Asia. Read More »
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Global Economic Prospects: Weak Investment in Uncertain Times
January 10, 2017 — Growth in the Europe and Central Asia region is estimated to have accelerated to 1.2 percent in 2016, according to the latest Global Economic Prospects report. Read More »
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Risks and Returns
December 6, 2016 — Financial trade-offs are often necessary to achieve sustainable, inclusive growth. Our new report, "Risks and Returns: Managing Financial Trade-Offs for Inclusive Growth in Europe and Central Asia", explores the relationship between four key areas of financial development and provides a robust framework for policymakers. Read More »
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Polarization and Populism: Europe and Central Asia Economic Update
November 22, 2016 — Our latest Regional Economic Update explores the impact of ongoing challenges across the Europe and Central Asia region. Read More »
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Voices of Europe and Central Asia
November 18, 2016 — Listening to people from across Europe and Central Asia shows that despite an overall good economic performance, there is a lot of discontent and rising concerns about a disappearing middle class. Read More »
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Our latest Regional Economic Update explores the impact of ongoing challenges on countries across Europe and Central Asia.
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Listening to people in the region reveals that there is much discontent and rising concerns about a disappearing middle class.
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Cyril Muller

Cyril Muller

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Hans Timmer

Chief Economist
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