Honored to be received by His Majesty the King of Bhutan. We discussed his groundbreaking approach to growth and jobs through the creation of Gelephu Mindfulness City, and how mindfulness and sustainability can serve as invaluable assets for Bhutan and the world.

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,

Look forward to hosting this exciting conversation on the use of AI, Innovation and Technology in combating air and plastic pollution in #OneSouthAsiaJoin us on June 4th 8 am ET 5:30 pm India time wrld.bg/rU4p50W1Ypi World Bank Environment World Bank South Asia

Extreme heat, floods and other damaging weather events are disrupting lives and economies across #SouthAsia. Our new report lays out how the region can adapt and build resilience, with the private sector leading the way. Read more: wrld.bg/axVK50W35oo

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

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/endpovertyi… via World Bank

Delighted to see Ricky Kej 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

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

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

Exciting to see the new 7-year World Bank 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.

Join us for the Geneva launch of a new World Bank'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

New World Bank #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

The World Bank Group’s new strategy for #Nepal will support inclusive growth, climate resilience and job creation. Please join the June 13 discussion to learn more.

#SouthAsia’s path to climate resilience will depend on stronger private sector engagement. Our World Bank report finds that while adaptation is happening, most measures remain basic. Policy reforms are critical to drive more impactful & lasting solutions: wrld.bg/laaM50W9bUl

We are excited to announce this account’s transition to World Bank Bangladesh. Stay tuned for the latest updates, insights, and news from the #WorldBank in #Bangladesh. Your continued engagement and support mean the🌐to us!

We are working closely with the Australian govt to build skills, networks, & create more job opportunities for women across South Asia. This blog by Cecile Fruman and Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade 🇦🇺 assistant secretary Lucienne Manton reflects on our partnership for prosperity: wrld.bg/knHe50Wb51R

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

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

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

It was a privilege to have served as the World Bank 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.