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Remarks by World Bank President Ajay Banga at Transforming Climate Finance Event, COP28

· Ajay Banga, President of the World Bank Group (International)

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· Ajay Banga Wiki · World Bank Group WikiRemarks by World Bank President Ajay Banga at Transforming Climate Finance Event, COP28

ContextRemarks at a COP28 event on transforming climate finance in Dubai; the World Bank fights poverty and wants more private money for climate action.

Why it mattersThe World Bank extends disaster pause clauses to existing loans for the most vulnerable countries.

Problems raised
  1. The world faces a critical moment for people and the planet.
  2. Vulnerable countries are overwhelmed by debt when disasters strike.
  3. Solutions exist but the courage to pursue them is lacking.
Solutions proposed
  1. Extend Climate Resilient Debt Clauses to all existing loans for the most vulnerable.
  2. Allow a pause on both principal and interest payments after disasters.
  3. Use concessional resources to cover the related fees.
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