Extractive Industries: Development news, research, data

Extractive Industries

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Highlights

event

On June 17, the World Bank Extractives and EGPS Trust Fund convened their Partnership Council Meeting in Geneva and welcomed new members and observers. Watch a video recap by Robert Schlotterer.
conference

From March 3 to 6, 2024, our team participated in the 92nd annual Prospectors & Developers Association of Canada (PDAC) in Toronto, the leading global convention for mineral exploration and mining.
CONFERENCE

Mining Indaba | February 2024

In February, the World Bank, IFC, and MIGA collaborated with African mining ministers, CEOs, development partners, and organizations to enhance public-private cooperation in the mining sector.

Extractive Industries At-A-Glance

About 3.5 billion people live in countries rich in oil, gas, or minerals. But, all too often, these resources have become a source of conflict rather than opportunity. Many of these countries also suffer from poverty, corruption, and conflict stemming from weak governance.

Overview

World Bank Extractives Spotlight

Welcome to the World Bank Extractives Global Department's Quarterly Newsletter. Dive into our latest operational progress, strategic engagements, and knowledge products.

Multimedia

EGPS-3: Supporting Critical Minerals and Climate Goals

Discover how EGPS-3 aligns with Japan's critical mineral priorities and climate change goals in this insightful video featuring Miki Hayakawa, Deputy Director of the International Bureau at Japan's Ministry of Finance in Geneva on June 17, 2024.