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Germany At-A-Glance

Germany became the first country in Europe to establish a development ministry, in 1961. Today, Germany is the fourth largest shareholder of the World Bank. It joined the IBRD in 1952, and the IDA in 1960.

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ľ¹ÏÓ°Ôº¡¯s World Development Report, published annually since 1978, is an invaluable guide to the economic, social, and environmental state of the world today. Each report provides in-depth analysis and policy recommendations on a specific and important aspect of development.

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The International Development Association (IDA) is the part of the World Bank that helps the world¡¯s poorest countries. Established in 1960, IDA aims to reduce poverty by providing loans (called ¡°credits¡±) and grants for programs that boost economic growth, reduce inequalities, and improve people¡¯s living conditions. 

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