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Reporting on the politics of global development. Write the @devex Newswire. Subscribe here: https://t.co/25easb0eEv
Feb 13, 2023 18 tweets 5 min read
Over the last few months I’ve been reporting on a series of workforce-related conflicts inside @USAID. [1/18] @USAID For example, aid contractors who say they are treated like office supplies: devex.com/news/usaid-par… [2/18]
Oct 16, 2020 11 tweets 2 min read
The @WorldBank Development Committee just released their communique from today's (virtual) annual meetings session. A couple highlights: "The WBG should further the response while keeping a firm focus on the twin goals of ending extreme poverty and fostering shared prosperity in a sustainable manner, as well as on the IDA19 and capital commitments, while supporting progress toward the SDGs."
Oct 16, 2020 4 tweets 2 min read
Here's @USTreasury's statement to the IMFC and @WorldBank Development Committee (happening today). Doesn't mention support for IDA $25B emergency funding proposal. home.treasury.gov/news/press-rel… "During these challenging economic times, critical that WB manage financial resources judiciously + transparently, w clear justifications for allocations to countries w robust access to other financing sources, so as not to burden shareholders w premature calls for new financing"