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Carl Quintanilla, David Faber and Sara Eisen discussed the big surge in stocks, extending yesterday's rally, on hopes that U.S.-China trade tensions could soon ease. President Trump also signaled that he is not planning to remove Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell from his post as the central bank leader. The desk also discussed the big rally for Tesla, despite the company missing on both the top and bottom lines for its latest quarter. Also in the show: Sara Eisen sat down with the World Bank President, Ajay Banga. Squawk on the Street Disclaimer

David Malpass, Former World Bank President, discusses the latest on tariffs and trade. Malpass spoke with Bloomberg's Annmarie Hordern.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Former World Bank President David Malpass discusses how a second Trump term will reshape the global world order. He speaks with Bloomberg's Tom Keene and Paul Sweeney. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this special episode of The Banker podcast, editor in chief Silvia Pavoni sits down with World Bank president Ajay Banga for an in-depth discussion on market uncertainty following the recent US presidential election, record-high debt levels in emerging markets, the complexities of measuring the impact of climate projects, and what Banga envisions for his legacy at the institution. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jon Hartley and David Malpass discuss David's career, and his service in government, including his time as president of the World Bank Group. They also discuss the changing role of China in international finance as well as the IMF and World Bank responses to the COVID-19 pandemic, the global distribution of COVID-19 vaccines, COVID-19 sovereign debt relief (Debt Service Suspension Initiative or DSSI)),and  how the early 2020s inflation has impacted developing countries, economic growth, and climate policy. Recorded on September 20, 2024. ABOUT THE SPEAKERS: David Malpass served as the 13th president of the World Bank Group. Prior to his appointment at the World Bank, David served as Undersecretary of the US Treasury for international affairs during the Trump administration. Before joining the US Treasury, David founded and led a macroeconomics research firm based in New York City.  He has also served as chief economist of Bear Stearns, where conducted financial analyses of countries around the world. Earlier in his career, David served in various roles at the Treasury during the Reagan and George H.W. Bush administrations as well as in the US Senate working on the Budget Committee and Joint Economic Committee. Jon Hartley is a Research Assistant at the Hoover Institution and an economics PhD Candidate at Stanford University, where he specializes in finance, labor economics, and macroeconomics. He is also currently a Research Fellow at the Foundation for Research on Equal Opportunity (FREOPP) and a Senior Fellow at the Macdonald-Laurier Institute. Jon is also a member of the Canadian Group of Economists, and serves as chair of the Economic Club of Miami. Jon has previously worked at Goldman Sachs Asset Management as well as in various policy roles at the World Bank, IMF, Committee on Capital Markets Regulation, US Congress Joint Economic Committee, the Federal Reserve Bank of New York, the Federal Reserve Bank of Chicago, and the Bank of Canada.  Jon has also been a regular economics contributor for National Review Online, Forbes, and The Huffington Post and has contributed to The Wall Street Journal, The New York Times, USA Today, Globe and Mail, National Post, and Toronto Star among other outlets. Jon has also appeared on CNBC, Fox Business, Fox News, Bloomberg, and NBC, and was named to the 2017 Forbes 30 Under 30 Law & Policy list, the 2017 Wharton 40 Under 40 list, and was previously a World Economic Forum Global Shaper. ABOUT THE SERIES: Each episode of Capitalism and Freedom in the 21st Century, a video podcast series and the official podcast of the Hoover Economic Policy Working Group, focuses on getting into the weeds of economics, finance, and public policy on important current topics through one-on-one interviews. Host Jon Hartley asks guests about their main ideas and contributions to academic research and policy. The podcast is titled after Milton Friedman‘s famous 1962 bestselling book Capitalism and Freedom, which after 60 years, remains prescient from its focus on various topics which are now at the forefront of economic debates, such as monetary policy and inflation, fiscal policy, occupational licensing, education vouchers, income share agreements, the distribution of income, and negative income taxes, among many other topics. For more information, visit: capitalismandfreedom.substack.com/

The World Bank Former President David R Malpass discusses economic policy with Bloomberg's Jonathan Ferro, Lisa Abramowicz, and Annmarie Hordern. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Kamala Harris told the Democratic National Convention that she has plans for what she called an “opportunity economy.” But with little detail about what such a platform entails, except for promises to end so-called price gouging and raise taxes on companies and the better off, voters don't seem to have a clear picture of what they will get if the Vice President wins in November. Meanwhile Donald Trump is pledging to extend and widen his tax cuts from 2017 that are due to expire next year, raise tariffs across the board and roll back regulation. So what might all this mean for a U.S. economy where inflation seems finally to be under control but growth may be slowing? On this episode of the Free Expression podcast, former World Bank President and Trump administration Treasury official David Malpass explains why a Harris administration would mean more government takeover of the private sector, why the world looks to China instead of the U.S. for economic leadership and what needs to be done to lift long term growth in the U.S. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Former World Bank President David Malpass discusses the Fed's rate path and the Treasury's borrowing with Bloomberg's Jonathan Ferro, Lisa Abramowicz, and Annmarie Hordern.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

World Bank President Ajay Banga discusses funding for Africa, the benefits of multilateralism in aiding poorer countries, and the potential impact of the US presidential election on climate initiatives. He speaks on the sidelines of the Group of Seven leaders meeting in Italy with Bloomberg's Annmarie HordernSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Carl Quintanilla and Sara Eisen tackle today's biggest Money Movers from the floor of the New York Stock Exchange.

World Bank President Ajay Banga discusses climate finance and collaboration with the private sector with Bloomberg's Jen Zabasajja.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

World Bank President Ajay Banga says he wants to boost the bank's lending capacity, while keeping a top credit rating. He speaks with Bloomberg's Menaka Doshi on the sidelines of the G-20 meeting in Gandhinagar, India.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Singapore stocks struggled to advance today following a mixed performance in global equity markets. In early trade, the Straits Times Index (STI) fell 0.1 per cent to 3,251.48 points after 68.9 million securities changed hands in the broader market.  In terms of companies to watch, we have Singapore Airlines, after the national carrier announced its June operating results last evening. The group carried 2.9 million passengers on a group level in June, up 50.4 per cent from a year ago.  Elsewhere, from US chip companies and Biden administration officials discussing its China chip policy to Australian developer Lendlease to cut 740 jobs globally, more international and corporate news are in focus.  On Market View, the Drive Time team dived into the details with Khoon Goh, Head of Asia Research at ANZ. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Fareed discusses the political and national security implications of former President Trump's mishandling of classified documents with CNN presidential historian Tim Naftali. Then, Geoffrey Hinton, known as the 'Godfather of A.I.,' speaks with Fareed about the existential threat that artificial intelligence may pose to humanity: what happens when A.I. becomes smarter than us? Plus, Ajay Banga joins the show for an exclusive interview in his brand-new role as World Bank President. He talks with Fareed about the challenges of combating extreme poverty and tackling climate change amid U.S.-China tensions, Russia's invasion of Ukraine, and the aftershocks of a global pandemic. Guests: Timothy Naftali (@TimNaftali), Geoffrey Hinton (@geoffreyhinton) Air date: June 11, 2023To learn more about how CNN protects listener privacy, visit cnn.com/privacy

David Malpass, World Bank President, says the developing world is under "giant pressure" from debt. Gita Gopinath, IMF First Deputy Managing Director, says the balance of risks facing the world economy remain tilted to the downside. Paolo Gentiloni, EU Commissioner for Economy, says Europe is on track to rebalance China trade. Tobias Adrian, IMF Director of Monetary and Capital Markets, says there's certainly evidence in the data of some contraction in lending. Raghuram Rajan, Chicago Booth Professor of Finance, Former IMF Chief Economist & Former Reserve Bank of India Governor, says longer-term growth "doesn't look good." See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Bob Michele, JPMorgan Asset Management Head of Fixed income, says the Fed achieved the "maximum pressure" they need to bring down inflation. Alicia Levine, BNY Mellon Wealth Management Head of Equities and Capital Markets Advisory, says Powell's credibility is still intact. Jonathan Pingle, UBS Chief Economist, expects the Fed to hike by 25 basis points at Wednesday's meeting. Betsy Duke, Former Wells Fargo Chair & Former Fed Governor, says Powell's credibility is his most important asset. David Malpass, World Bank President, says a global recession is not off the table.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Welcome to another episode of Outrage + Optimism, where we examine issues at the forefront of the climate crisis, interview change-makers, and transform our anger into productive dialogue about building a sustainable future. This week, co-hosts Christiana Figueres, Tom Rivett-Carnac, and Paul Dickinson discuss the amazing reviews they've received on the podcast and take the opportunity to thank listeners for participating with us in trying to save our planet. The team also announces an upcoming special project they've been working on and chats about the nomination of Ajay Banga as World Bank President. A frightening new study on the accelerating rates of extinction is also discussed, and there's music from Bailen. Paul starts with highlights from the results of a listener feedback survey. First, a whopping 87% of respondents said they'd taken action on climate change since listening to the podcast, which includes sharing the podcast一a key part of our mission一and for which we're deeply grateful. Plus, only 43% of those listening work in the climate space. That means we're breaking out of the climate bubble and bringing people outside of climate into the conversation. “Astonishing!” declares Christiana. Wait until you hear the rest!  Next, Tom introduces a fresh theme on O+O related to personal projects each of the co-hosts will work on individually and bring to the podcast. Over the next few weeks, Tom will begin the series on different approaches to change一momentum and perfection. He'll explore whether they can work together, and if so, how? Exciting stuff is on the way! In the following segment, our co-hosts weigh in on the World Bank presidential nomination of Ajay Banga, previously President and CEO of MasterCard. They agree he's a hopeful choice for, among many other things, bringing climate issues back to the World Bank, which stands in contrast to the positions held by outgoing president David Malpass, a climate denier.  Finally, the trio discusses the alarming new study by lead author Dr. Yuangeng Huang of the China University of Geosciences on the steady destruction of biodiversity and how it's likely to suddenly tip over into total ecosystem collapse. All agree the study didn't get the coverage it should have, and that it's critical we're focused now on strategies and capital allocations to protect and reverse habitat destruction. Climate won't matter if this doesn't get done. Again, thank you for taking the time to respond so thoughtfully to our listeners' survey and to help us improve the podcast.   And before you leave please don't miss the beautiful three-part family harmonies of Bailen on their moving ballad “Eyelashes.”  Correction: We would like to apologise for the mispronunciation of Dr Yuangeng Huang's name during the episode. NOTES AND RESOURCES    To learn more about our planet's climate emergency and how you can transform outrage into optimistic action subscribe to the podcast here. Find out more about Ajay Banga, the U.S. nomination to lead the World Bank. Here is The Guardian's coverage of Dr. Yuangeng Huang's study on ecosystem collapse.  Here is Dr. Yuangeng Huang's study itself. More on Elizabeth Kolbert's The Sixth Extinction: An Unnatural History referenced in the episode.   GLOBAL CLIMATE STRIKE on FRIDAY MARCH 3 - Click here to find a strike near you. #TomorrowIsTooLate   MUSIC   Bailen Instagram | Facebook | YouTube | Twitter | Spotify | TikTok   Click here to Pre-add/Pre-Save ‘Tired Hearts' coming out May 5th! See Bailen on Tour   Check out Clay's Picks this week: ‘Call It Like It Is' ‘Something Tells Me'   -   It's official, we're a TED Audio Collective Podcast - Proof! Check out more podcasts from The TED Audio Collective   Please follow us on social media! Twitter | Instagram | LinkedIn

Former CEO of MasterCard Ajay Banga has been nominated to be the next president of the World Bank following the early resignation of outgoing President David Malpass. Homi Kharas explains the challenges ahead for the World Bank to integrate climate change into its economic development agenda and how Banga's background in large-scale financial services may be brought to bear to expand the bank's efforts. Show notes and transcript: https://www.brookings.edu/podcast-episode/who-is-ajay-banga-us-nominee-for-world-bank-president/  Follow The Current and all Brookings podcasts on Apple or Google podcasts, or on Spotify. Send feedback email to podcasts@brookings.edu. The Current is part of the Brookings Podcast Network.

There's tons of research showing teenagers aren't getting enough quality sleep. One big contributing factor: early school start times. So why aren’t more schools getting with the program? Also, we'll get into the different narratives being created about the Joe Biden administration's pick for the next leader of the World Bank. Plus, Wordle cheaters, we know who you are. Here’s everything we talked about today: “Let Teenagers Sleep” from Scientific American “Republicans Will Hold Their First Presidential Debate in Milwaukee” from The New York Times “US to Pick Ex-Mastercard CEO Banga as World Bank President” from Bloomberg “Have Scientists Found a Rogue Supermassive Black Hole?” from Sky & Telescope “Brittney Griner returns to Phoenix Mercury on 1-year deal” from ESPN “Study calls DC residents' Wordle streaks into question” from WTOP News Join us tomorrow for Economics on Tap. The YouTube livestream starts at 3:30 p.m. PT / 6:30 p.m. ET. We'll have news, drinks, a game and more.

There's tons of research showing teenagers aren't getting enough quality sleep. One big contributing factor: early school start times. So why aren’t more schools getting with the program? Also, we'll get into the different narratives being created about the Joe Biden administration's pick for the next leader of the World Bank. Plus, Wordle cheaters, we know who you are. Here’s everything we talked about today: “Let Teenagers Sleep” from Scientific American “Republicans Will Hold Their First Presidential Debate in Milwaukee” from The New York Times “US to Pick Ex-Mastercard CEO Banga as World Bank President” from Bloomberg “Have Scientists Found a Rogue Supermassive Black Hole?” from Sky & Telescope “Brittney Griner returns to Phoenix Mercury on 1-year deal” from ESPN “Study calls DC residents' Wordle streaks into question” from WTOP News Join us tomorrow for Economics on Tap. The YouTube livestream starts at 3:30 p.m. PT / 6:30 p.m. ET. We'll have news, drinks, a game and more.

Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg visits East Palestine, OH for update on toxic train derailment, as NTSB issued preliminary report on accident, interview with Thomson Reuters' Andrea Shalal on President Biden nominating Ajay Banga for World Bank President (19), latest on Russia's war in Ukraine, one day before anniversary of invasion. Plus, interviews with four new members of Congress, with Representatives Wesley Hunt, (R-TX), Glenn Ivey (D-MD), Monica De La Cruz (R-TX), and Jasmine Crockett (D-TX). You can find all of C-SPAN's interviews with new members here: www.c-span.org/congress-new-members Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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Federal Member for Nicholls, Sam BIrrell (pictured), with the aid of Environmental Leadership Australia, is staging an invite-only meeting this week in Shepparton to talk about growth and economic survival during the rigours of the climate crisis, while in Melbourne on Sunday, February 26, a group of enthusiasts from the Degrowth Network Australia (DNA) will be talking about taking the opposite approach - reducing production and consumption. "Climate change may have encouraged the Huns to invade Europe"; "David Speers interviews Greens Leader Adam Bandt"; "Myth-buster: Why two degrees of global warming is worse than it sounds"; "Al Gore calls the World Bank chief a ‘climate denier.'"; "World Bank chief to step down early after climate controversy"; "America's hottest city is nearly unlivable in summer. Can cooling technologies save it?"; "‘King Coal' is back: Miners post record profits on bumper demand". --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/robert-mclean/message

This week, Felix Salmon, Emily Peck, and Elizabeth Spiers explain why the president of the World Bank is stepping down, and throw out some guesses of who might replace him. They also discuss the train derailment in Ohio, and the influx of subpar online advertisements.   In the Plus segment: How should Felix market his upcoming book?   Podcast production by Anna Phillips. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week, Felix Salmon, Emily Peck, and Elizabeth Spiers explain why the president of the World Bank is stepping down, and throw out some guesses of who might replace him. They also discuss the train derailment in Ohio, and the influx of subpar online advertisements.   In the Plus segment: How should Felix market his upcoming book?   Podcast production by Anna Phillips. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week, Felix Salmon, Emily Peck, and Elizabeth Spiers explain why the president of the World Bank is stepping down, and throw out some guesses of who might replace him. They also discuss the train derailment in Ohio, and the influx of subpar online advertisements.   In the Plus segment: How should Felix market his upcoming book?   Podcast production by Anna Phillips. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week, Felix Salmon, Emily Peck, and Elizabeth Spiers explain why the president of the World Bank is stepping down, and throw out some guesses of who might replace him. They also discuss the train derailment in Ohio, and the influx of subpar online advertisements.   In the Plus segment: How should Felix market his upcoming book?   Podcast production by Anna Phillips. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

World Bank President, David Malpass says that he would step down by the end of June from his position heading the development lender. Malpass says after a good deal of thought decided to pursue new challenges adding that it is an opportunity for a smooth leadership transition as the Bank Group works to meet increasing global challenges. His tenure at the World Bank, spanning four years, saw the group face global crises such as the COVID-19 pandemic and the Russian invasion of Ukraine, as well as an international economic slowdown.This show is part of the Spreaker Prime Network, if you are interested in advertising on this podcast, contact us at https://www.spreaker.com/show/4090160/advertisement

Julia Chatterley returns with an exclusive interview with World Bank President David Malpass, who announced yesterday that he's stepping down early -- almost a year before his term expires. Among the many issues he dealt with was support for the Covid-19 pandemic, record financing for climate change, the war in Ukraine and the devastating earthquake in Turkey (for which the World Bank has pledged nearly $1.8 billion for emergency assistance).  Also on today's show: Dan Ives, managing director of equity research at Wedbush Securities. To learn more about how CNN protects listener privacy, visit cnn.com/privacy

The president of the World Bank Group, David Malpass, will leave his post about a year before the end of his five-year term. Appointed by former US president Donald Trump in 2019, Malpass courted controversy for his views on climate change, but said he was “proud” of the work he had accomplished. Also in the show: the EU unveils a 10th round of sanctions against Russia, and Tim Byun, Global Government Relations Officer at OKX, speaks to FRANCE 24 about looming regulations in the crypto sector.

The global economy is "perilously close to recession." That's the latest assessment by the World Bank, which estimates global growth at just 1.7% this year -- a substantial drop from its previous targets. Joining Julia to discuss is World Bank President David Malpass.  Also on today's show: John Deere CTO Jahmy J. Hindman touts the company's latest developments in farming and construction. To learn more about how CNN protects listener privacy, visit cnn.com/privacy

Ed Yardeni, Yardeni Research President, Chief Investment Strategist & Founder, says "stocks are back in a bull market." Saira Malik, Nuveen Chief Investment Officer, explains why she is worried about equity earnings. David Malpass, The World Bank President, explains the factors behind their 2023 forecast cut. Rep. French Hill (R) Arkansas, says Kevin McCarthy was the only choice for Speaker of the House. David Rubenstein, "Peer to Peer with David Rubenstein" Host & Carlyle Group Co-Chairman and Co-Founder, discusses his interview with Coinbase CEO Brian Armstrong. Doug Kass, Seabreeze Partners President, talks challenges outlined in his latest, ‘Surprises for 2023' note.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Who was Edmond J. Safra? "The greatest banker of his generation," in the estimation of a former World Bank President. The founder of four massive financial institutions on three continents, and a proud child of Beirut's Jewish quarter. An innovative avatar of financial globalization, and a faithful heir to a tradition of old-world banking. The leading champion and protector of the Sephardic diaspora.  In A Banker's Journey: How Edmond J. Safra Built a Global Financial Empire (Radius Book Group, 2022), financial journalist and historian Daniel Gross, who, like Safra, traces his heritage to Aleppo, Syria, reconstructs the public life of an intensely private man. With exclusive access to Safra's personal archives, Gross tracks the banker's remarkable journey from Beirut to Milan, São Paulo, Geneva, and New York--to the pinnacle of global finance.Edmond Safra was fifteen in 1947, when his father sent him to establish a presence in Milan, Italy. Fluent in six languages, and with an eye for value, managing risk, and personal potential, Safra was in perpetual motion until his tragic death in 1999. The modern, global financial empire he built was based on timeless principles: a banker must protect his depositors and avoid excessive leverage and risk. In an age of busts and bailouts, Safra posted remarkable returns while rarely suffering a credit loss. From a young age, Safra assumed the mantle of leadership in the Syrian-Lebanese Jewish community, providing personal aid, supporting the communities that formed in exile, and championing Sephardic religious and educational efforts in Israel and around the world. Edmond J. Safra's life of achievement in the twentieth century offers enduring lessons for those seeking to make their way in the twenty-first century. He inspired generations to make the world a better place. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/new-books-network

Who was Edmond J. Safra? "The greatest banker of his generation," in the estimation of a former World Bank President. The founder of four massive financial institutions on three continents, and a proud child of Beirut's Jewish quarter. An innovative avatar of financial globalization, and a faithful heir to a tradition of old-world banking. The leading champion and protector of the Sephardic diaspora.  In A Banker's Journey: How Edmond J. Safra Built a Global Financial Empire (Radius Book Group, 2022), financial journalist and historian Daniel Gross, who, like Safra, traces his heritage to Aleppo, Syria, reconstructs the public life of an intensely private man. With exclusive access to Safra's personal archives, Gross tracks the banker's remarkable journey from Beirut to Milan, São Paulo, Geneva, and New York--to the pinnacle of global finance.Edmond Safra was fifteen in 1947, when his father sent him to establish a presence in Milan, Italy. Fluent in six languages, and with an eye for value, managing risk, and personal potential, Safra was in perpetual motion until his tragic death in 1999. The modern, global financial empire he built was based on timeless principles: a banker must protect his depositors and avoid excessive leverage and risk. In an age of busts and bailouts, Safra posted remarkable returns while rarely suffering a credit loss. From a young age, Safra assumed the mantle of leadership in the Syrian-Lebanese Jewish community, providing personal aid, supporting the communities that formed in exile, and championing Sephardic religious and educational efforts in Israel and around the world. Edmond J. Safra's life of achievement in the twentieth century offers enduring lessons for those seeking to make their way in the twenty-first century. He inspired generations to make the world a better place. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/history

Who was Edmond J. Safra? "The greatest banker of his generation," in the estimation of a former World Bank President. The founder of four massive financial institutions on three continents, and a proud child of Beirut's Jewish quarter. An innovative avatar of financial globalization, and a faithful heir to a tradition of old-world banking. The leading champion and protector of the Sephardic diaspora.  In A Banker's Journey: How Edmond J. Safra Built a Global Financial Empire (Radius Book Group, 2022), financial journalist and historian Daniel Gross, who, like Safra, traces his heritage to Aleppo, Syria, reconstructs the public life of an intensely private man. With exclusive access to Safra's personal archives, Gross tracks the banker's remarkable journey from Beirut to Milan, São Paulo, Geneva, and New York--to the pinnacle of global finance.Edmond Safra was fifteen in 1947, when his father sent him to establish a presence in Milan, Italy. Fluent in six languages, and with an eye for value, managing risk, and personal potential, Safra was in perpetual motion until his tragic death in 1999. The modern, global financial empire he built was based on timeless principles: a banker must protect his depositors and avoid excessive leverage and risk. In an age of busts and bailouts, Safra posted remarkable returns while rarely suffering a credit loss. From a young age, Safra assumed the mantle of leadership in the Syrian-Lebanese Jewish community, providing personal aid, supporting the communities that formed in exile, and championing Sephardic religious and educational efforts in Israel and around the world. Edmond J. Safra's life of achievement in the twentieth century offers enduring lessons for those seeking to make their way in the twenty-first century. He inspired generations to make the world a better place. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/jewish-studies

Who was Edmond J. Safra? "The greatest banker of his generation," in the estimation of a former World Bank President. The founder of four massive financial institutions on three continents, and a proud child of Beirut's Jewish quarter. An innovative avatar of financial globalization, and a faithful heir to a tradition of old-world banking. The leading champion and protector of the Sephardic diaspora.  In A Banker's Journey: How Edmond J. Safra Built a Global Financial Empire (Radius Book Group, 2022), financial journalist and historian Daniel Gross, who, like Safra, traces his heritage to Aleppo, Syria, reconstructs the public life of an intensely private man. With exclusive access to Safra's personal archives, Gross tracks the banker's remarkable journey from Beirut to Milan, São Paulo, Geneva, and New York--to the pinnacle of global finance.Edmond Safra was fifteen in 1947, when his father sent him to establish a presence in Milan, Italy. Fluent in six languages, and with an eye for value, managing risk, and personal potential, Safra was in perpetual motion until his tragic death in 1999. The modern, global financial empire he built was based on timeless principles: a banker must protect his depositors and avoid excessive leverage and risk. In an age of busts and bailouts, Safra posted remarkable returns while rarely suffering a credit loss. From a young age, Safra assumed the mantle of leadership in the Syrian-Lebanese Jewish community, providing personal aid, supporting the communities that formed in exile, and championing Sephardic religious and educational efforts in Israel and around the world. Edmond J. Safra's life of achievement in the twentieth century offers enduring lessons for those seeking to make their way in the twenty-first century. He inspired generations to make the world a better place. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/biography

Who was Edmond J. Safra? "The greatest banker of his generation," in the estimation of a former World Bank President. The founder of four massive financial institutions on three continents, and a proud child of Beirut's Jewish quarter. An innovative avatar of financial globalization, and a faithful heir to a tradition of old-world banking. The leading champion and protector of the Sephardic diaspora.  In A Banker's Journey: How Edmond J. Safra Built a Global Financial Empire (Radius Book Group, 2022), financial journalist and historian Daniel Gross, who, like Safra, traces his heritage to Aleppo, Syria, reconstructs the public life of an intensely private man. With exclusive access to Safra's personal archives, Gross tracks the banker's remarkable journey from Beirut to Milan, São Paulo, Geneva, and New York--to the pinnacle of global finance.Edmond Safra was fifteen in 1947, when his father sent him to establish a presence in Milan, Italy. Fluent in six languages, and with an eye for value, managing risk, and personal potential, Safra was in perpetual motion until his tragic death in 1999. The modern, global financial empire he built was based on timeless principles: a banker must protect his depositors and avoid excessive leverage and risk. In an age of busts and bailouts, Safra posted remarkable returns while rarely suffering a credit loss. From a young age, Safra assumed the mantle of leadership in the Syrian-Lebanese Jewish community, providing personal aid, supporting the communities that formed in exile, and championing Sephardic religious and educational efforts in Israel and around the world. Edmond J. Safra's life of achievement in the twentieth century offers enduring lessons for those seeking to make their way in the twenty-first century. He inspired generations to make the world a better place. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Who was Edmond J. Safra? "The greatest banker of his generation," in the estimation of a former World Bank President. The founder of four massive financial institutions on three continents, and a proud child of Beirut's Jewish quarter. An innovative avatar of financial globalization, and a faithful heir to a tradition of old-world banking. The leading champion and protector of the Sephardic diaspora.  In A Banker's Journey: How Edmond J. Safra Built a Global Financial Empire (Radius Book Group, 2022), financial journalist and historian Daniel Gross, who, like Safra, traces his heritage to Aleppo, Syria, reconstructs the public life of an intensely private man. With exclusive access to Safra's personal archives, Gross tracks the banker's remarkable journey from Beirut to Milan, São Paulo, Geneva, and New York--to the pinnacle of global finance.Edmond Safra was fifteen in 1947, when his father sent him to establish a presence in Milan, Italy. Fluent in six languages, and with an eye for value, managing risk, and personal potential, Safra was in perpetual motion until his tragic death in 1999. The modern, global financial empire he built was based on timeless principles: a banker must protect his depositors and avoid excessive leverage and risk. In an age of busts and bailouts, Safra posted remarkable returns while rarely suffering a credit loss. From a young age, Safra assumed the mantle of leadership in the Syrian-Lebanese Jewish community, providing personal aid, supporting the communities that formed in exile, and championing Sephardic religious and educational efforts in Israel and around the world. Edmond J. Safra's life of achievement in the twentieth century offers enduring lessons for those seeking to make their way in the twenty-first century. He inspired generations to make the world a better place. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/finance

Who was Edmond J. Safra? “The greatest banker of his generation,” in the estimation of a former World Bank President. The founder of four massive financial institutions on three continents, and a proud child of Beirut's Jewish quarter. An innovative avatar of financial globalization, and a faithful heir to a tradition of old-world banking. And also a leading champion and protector of the Sephardic diaspora.  In A Banker's Journey, financial journalist and historian Daniel Gross, who, like Safra, traces his heritage to Aleppo, Syria, reconstructs the public life of an intensely private man. KAN's Mark Weiss spoke with Daniel Gross about his book. (Photo: Courtesy Radius Publishing)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A successful global transition to greener energies relies on huge progress in emerging markets, since they will contribute the vast proportion of electricity demand growth over the next two decades. The good news is the World Bank believes emissions in developing countries can be reduced by as much as 70% by 2050 by investing an average of just 1.4% of GDP each year. Joining Julia to discuss is World Bank President David Malpass.To learn more about how CNN protects listener privacy, visit cnn.com/privacy

World Bank President David Malpass sat down with Yahoo Finance's Brian Cheung in Jackson Hole, Wyoming to talk about addressing inflation, global inequalities, and the current worry that keeps him up at night.

Brian Deese, National Economic Council Director, says we need to make progress on rising food prices. Kristalina Georgieva, IMF Managing Director, says inflation is still the IMF's top worry. Seth Carpenter, Morgan Stanley Global Chief Economist, reacts to the US CPI report. David Malpass, World Bank President, says cutting the debt of poor nations is under discussion. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The World Bank says the target of eradicating extreme poverty by the year 2030 is no longer feasible, arguably the chief driver of the global process has declared. The bank blamed this on three major developments: the COVID-19 pandemic, the Russia-Ukraine war, and the climate shocks, which it described as the greatest setback in the fight against poverty since World War 2. This revelation comes as the bank announced that it had raised the extreme poverty line to $2.15, from $1.90, where it has been. World Bank President, David Malpass, noted that by 2015, global extreme poverty had been reduced by more than half. He noted, however, that since then, poverty reduction has slowed in tandem with subdued global economic growth.

Welcome to this week's episode - It's a packed agenda. Our hosts cover everything from nature breakdown in the UK, the threat of nuclear war in Europe, the downfall of a World Bank President and plenty in-between. We also hear from the incredible Helen Clarkson and Catherine McKenna on everything to do with greenwashing, carbon tax and the power of straight-talking on climate. For those of you working in the corporate world and grappling with climate action, this is an episode you do not want to miss. Helen Clarkson, CEO of the Climate Group which convenies Climate Week NYC, shares a fascinating insight at the disconnect happening within companies on the road to net zero, who are now having to turn their commitments into real action. And that brings us to the fascinating conversation on greenwashing with Catherine McKenna, Chair of something with an extraordinarily long and very difficult to say without reading your notes name: the UN's High-Level Expert Group on the Net-Zero Emissions Commitments of Non-State Entities. We talk about how, while we're all outraged - rightly - by greenwashing, we still need to lift up the folks who are doing the real work and not lump everyone in the same group. And there's more: on the balance between integrity and momentum, supply chain efficiencies, understanding risk, a price on carbon, disclosure and what blockchain has to do with all of that. We wrap up with a gorgeous song from Finnegan Tui. Your ears will thank you for staying on to listen.   Notes and Resources    Thank you to our guests this week:    Helen Clarkson | Chief Executive Office at the Climate Group  Twitter   Climate Group Twitter | LinkedIn | Facebook | Instagram Catch all of last week's Climate Week NYC On Demand   Catherine McKenna | Chair of H-LEG - the UN's High-Level Expert Group on the Net-Zero Emissions Commitments of Non-State Entities. Twitter - Thank you to our musical guest this week, Finnegan Tui! Finnegan Tui Spotify | Apple Music | YouTube | Instagram | Facebook | Twitter | Website Patreon | Bandcamp Watch the ‘ZEPHYR' Audio-Visual Journey on YouTube - Congratulations to Global Optimism's very own Freya Newman on her Masters Resarch being published in Nature Communications! - For more on WBG President David Malpass's controversial remarks, start here. -  @OutrageOptimism is where we are online! Instagram | Twitter | Facebook | LinkedIn

Is World Bank President David Malpass a climate change denier? That's been the burning question since Tuesday when, at a panel discussion at Climate Week in New York City, he refused to acknowledge that climate change is caused by humans burning fossil fuels. On today's show he attempts to set the record straight.To learn more about how CNN protects listener privacy, visit cnn.com/privacy

David Malpass, World Bank President, says the West needs to prioritize less carbon-intensive energy sources. Andrew Sheets, Morgan Stanley Chief Cross Asset Strategist, says the key message in this market is patience. Amrita Sen, Energy Aspects Director of Research, says the oil market is defined by under-investment. Russ Koesterich, BlackRock Global Allocation Fund Portfolio Manager, says valuations are at a much more reasonable place than they were a year ago. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On todays podcast I was happy to host Salman Anees Soz, Economist, Commentator and Author of the recently released book "Unshackling India: Hard Truths and Clear Choices for Economic Revival". During the podcast we talked about the role of the World Bank and IMF, an introduction into the Indian economy, how it has changed over the past 20 years and what changes need to be made to allow the country to fully unlock its potential. I hope you enjoy!Buy the book here - Amazon - https://www.amazon.co.uk/Unshackling-India-Choices-Economic-Revival/dp/9354893341/Bookstore - https://uk.bookshop.org/books/unshackling-india-hard-truths-and-clear-choices-for-economic-revival/9789354893346Salman Anees Soz is an economist, author, and commentator. He is currently Adjunct Professor at the Anwar Gargash Diplomatic Academy in Abu Dhabi (UAE). He is also a senior consultant at the World Bank, where he previously served in various capacities over a 25 year career. He has worked on a range of economic development issues in Eastern Europe and Central Asia, Middle East and North Africa, Sub Saharan Africa, and South Asia. He is a recipient of the World Bank President's Award for Excellence. His professional interests include political economy, emerging market economics, and South Asian politics. His first book, "The Great Disappointment - How Narendra Modi Squandered a Unique Opportunity to Transform the Indian Economy" (Penguin Random House) was published in 2019. His latest book, co-authored with Ajay Chhibber, “Unshackling India: Hard Truths and Clear Choices for Economic Revival” (Harper-Collins) was listed by the Financial Times as one of the best new books in economics for 2022. The book also won the India Economic Forum Literary Award for 2022. His commentary on politics and economics appears regularly in major Indian and international publications. Salman Soz appears frequently on television to discuss politics and economics. He also speaks on politics, economics, and international affairs at universities, think tanks, and conferences. He is a member of the Indian National Congress and Deputy Chairman of the All India Professionals' Congress. Hailing from Kashmir, he is a passionate advocate of a peaceful resolution of the Kashmir issue. Salman Soz holds a Master's degree in Business Administration from Yale University (New Haven) and a Master's degree in Economics Northeastern University (Boston). He received a BA (Hons.) in Economics from St. Stephen's College (Delhi), where he was the elected President of the Students' Union Society.Salman Anees Soz - Website - https://www.salmansoz.com/Twitter - https://twitter.com/SalmanSozWTFinance - Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/wtfinancee/Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/67rpmjG92PNBW0doLyPvfniTunes - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/wtfinance/id1554934665?uo=4Twitter - https://twitter.com/AnthonyFatseas

In an exclusive interview, David Malpass, president of the World Bank tell us about the economic challenges facing the world as it recovers from Covid-19 and how the war in Ukraine is hitting developing countries. We also hear from Branson Skinner, from the Or Foundation, on how Ghana is encouraging recycling of used clothes in a difficult environment. We also hear about how Indians are coping with a series of punishing heatwaves and how they plan to hit ambitious climate targets. And, as Australia tackles rising food prices, we talk to the BBC's Shaimaa Khalil, about the curious decision made by KFC Australia to swap out lettuce for cabbage. Joining us throughout is Alaezi Akpuru, a Nigerian fashion business owner and Dante Disparte, Chief Strategy Office at Circle. (Picture: World Bank Group President David Malpass. Picture credit: Samuel Corum/Getty Images)

World Bank President, David Malpass, is urging the Bank of Ghana and other financial regulators around the world to use all available tools to help check the rising inflation rate. The general price levels of good and services in the country hit a record level of 19.4% in March 2022. The same can be said for other countries, such as the USA and UK, which has seen inflation rate reaching historic levels and threating economic stability.

David Malpass, World Bank President, calls for a more robust world debt resolution process. Brian Wieser, GroupM Global President for Business Intelligence, says investor expectations for Netflix were "way out of whack." Stephen Roach, Yale University Jackson Institute of Global Affairs Senior Fellow, says the Fed has miles to go on normalization. Jim Bianco, Bianco Research President, says investors should pay more attention to the effect of Japanese monetary policy on the U.S. treasury market. Margie Patel, Allspring Global Investments Senior Portfolio Manager, says the Fed may be nearing a pause on hikes.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Suhail bin Mohamed Al-Mazrouei, United Arab Emirates Energy Minister, says OPEC is aiming to ensure consumers are getting an "affordable" oil supply. David Malpass, World Bank President, discusses the impact of the Ukraine war on global food supply and the World Bank's efforts to help displaced refugees. Liana Fix, Korber Foundation Program Director, says the main challenge for Ukraine moving ahead will be negotiating a sustainable peace. Subadra Rajappa, Societe Generale Head of U.S. Rates Strategy, says Europe is at a greater risk of recession. Brent Schutte, Northwestern Mutual Wealth Management Chief Investment Strategist, says there is still room for the market to move higher. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com

Bill Gross, PIMCO Co-Founder and Author of 'I'm Still Standing', says central banks have been "terribly wrong." David Malpass, World Bank President, is urging other countries to fill the output gap left by Russia and Ukraine. James Stavridis, Former Supreme Allied Commander at NATO and Author of '2034: A Novel of the Next World War,' says NATO must give Ukraine the tools that it needs to defend itself against the Russian invasion while preventing a path to a World War III-level confrontation. Amrita Sen, Energy Aspects Chief Oil Analyst, says oil could easily top $150 a barrel. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com

Happy Friday, this is Anna Hadfield with your CrossPolitic Daily News Brief for Friday, March 4th, 2022 I’m definitely not who you were expecting today… But, I’m filling in for Pastor Toby today. As you know, our second stop on our Liberty Tour is April 7th in Rapid City, South Dakota. Special guests include comedian John Branyan, Uncle Gary DeMar, and Larry Elder. We will also offering a free all-day workshop before the live show with talks from our very own Gabe Rench, Pastor Toby, Gary DeMar, and more. Head to crosspolitic.com/libertytour/ to register for the show and check out the details for the workshop. Also, save the dates for our yearly conference in Knoxville, TN on October 6th-8th. The theme of this year’s conference is Lies, Propaganda, Storytelling, and the Serrated Edge. Satan is the father of lies, and the mother of those lies is a government who has rejected God. We have especially been lied to these last two years, and the COVIDpanic has been one of the central mechanisms that our government has used to lie to us and to grab more power. Because Christians have not been reading their bibles, we are susceptible to lies and are weak in our ability to fight these lies. God has given us His word to fight Satan, and we need to recover all of God’s word. So, mark your calendars for October 6th-8th, as we fight, laugh, and feast together with beer and Psalms, our amazing lineup of speakers, our awesome vendors, new friends, and more. Early bird tickets will be available starting in the middle of March. Also remember that club members get reduced rates to the conference, so if you aren’t a club member already, head to fightlaughfeast.com to sign up. World Bank Ends Programs in Russia and Belarus https://thehill.com/policy/international/596645-world-bank-ends-programs-in-russia-and-belarus The World Bank announced on Wednesday it was ending all programs in Russia and Belarus, citing "hostilities against the people of Ukraine." The banking organization, with 189 member countries across the globe, has not approved any new loans or investments in Russia since 2014, when the country annexed the Crimean Peninsula in Ukraine, or in Belarus since 2020, following a disputed presidential election. The decision comes as a large number of countries, organizations, and businesses are severing ties with Russia over the country's invasion of Ukraine last week, and with Belarus for its support and cooperation with Moscow. In a press release, World Bank President, David Malpass said, “The World Bank Group is horrified by the shocking violence and loss of life as a result of the events unfolding in Ukraine. We are a long-standing partner of Ukraine and stand with its people at this critical moment. He went on to explain that he had met with President Zelenskyy in Munich and reaffirmed the Bank’s strong support and commitment to the people of Ukraine and the region. On Tuesday, the International Monetary Fund Managing Director Kristalina Georgieva said it was considering Ukraine's request for emergency financing, while another program gave the nation access to 2.2 billion dollars through the end of June. The World Bank Group also announced on Tuesday it was providing a 3 billion dollar support package to assist Ukraine. Both financial groups are considering other options to assist the region and neighboring countries affected by the war, especially those taking in the more than 600,000 Ukrainian refugees. Hawaii: https://www.sfgate.com/hawaii/article/Hawaii-COVID-19-rules-changing-16954886.php https://hawaiicovid19.com/travel/ You can now book your summer vacation plans to Hawaii! At least maybe you can… All counties in the state are dropping many of their covid regulations. Governor of Hawaii, David Ige, announced on Tuesday that the state will end its Safe Travels program at midnight, March 25th, concurrent with the end of the state’s emergency proclamation. The state’s Safe Travels Program required travelers to do a five-day mandatory self-quarantine for travelers from the U.S. and its Territories. To bypass the quarantine, travelers entering the state either needed to have an approved pre-travel covid test done, or have a valid up-to-date vaccine record. Starting March 26, domestic visitors will no longer need to show proof of COVID vaccination or the results of a pre-travel test. Nor will they need to undergo a mandatory quarantine if they are unable to produce that proof. All pre- and post-arrival COVID screenings will end, including post-boarding screenings at airports with participating airlines. Visitors will also no longer need to provide information about their trip or create a Safe Travels account. However, it is still bad news if you are an international traveler… Travelers from international destinations, including returning U.S. citizens, are still required to show proof of a negative COVID test, regardless of vaccination status, or documentation of recovery from the virus from a licensed health care professional. Because of course the virus clearly knows if you’re coming from a different country or not… Additionally, Ige said that the indoor mask mandate will remain in effect after the March 25th date. Again, because this is a smart virus and knows if you are inside or outside… Idaho Family Policy Center: We want to let you all know about Idaho Family Policy Center. IFPC is currently the only explicitly Christian policy organization in Idaho politics. Toby Sumpter and Israel Waitman serve on the board, and the president is Blaine Conzatti, a member of our sister CREC church, Kings Congregation down in Meridian. Blaine and IFPC have been leading the efforts to defund Planned Parenthood, end abortion in Idaho, and protect children from the transgender agenda. Blaine is a strategic voice in Idaho politics, and he represents many of our biblical and constitutional concerns in Boise. IFPC is a brand new ministry and is in need of significant donations to help fund it. We all have many commitments to other good ministries, but if you are particularly concerned about Idaho politics, this is one way you can have a very direct impact. Go to www.idahof amily.org to learn more and make a donation Judge Tosses New Yorks Attorney Generals Bid to Dissolve the NRA https://www.wsj.com/articles/judge-tosses-new-york-ags-bid-to-dissolve-nra-11646255814?mod=itp_wsj&mod=djemITP_h A state court judge dismissed the New York Attorney General’s attempt to dissolve the National Rifle Association. Judge Joel M. Cohen ruled that the state’s allegations of corruption and mismanagement by NRA top officials fell short of the public harm required to impose the “corporate death penalty” on the nonprofit group. The ruling on Wednesday represented a big win for the NRA. The decision comes 18 months after New York Attorney General Letitia James filed a lawsuit against the NRA and its top officials, alleging that they violated the state’s nonprofit laws by illegally diverting tens of millions of dollars from the group through excessive expenses and contracts that benefited relatives or close associates. The NRA and its officers deny the claims. If the attorney general’s allegations are proved, they could be addressed through less intrusive measures, the judge ruled, and dissolving the NRA “could impinge, at least indirectly, on the free speech and assembly rights” of the group’s members. The NRA has charged that the suit by Ms. James, a Democrat, is politically motivated, which she has denied. The NRA, falls under Ms. James’ regulatory authority. Ms. James said she was disappointed that the judge ruled against the dismissal portion of the case. She said the Attorney Genneral’s office is considering its legal options. She welcomed the court’s decision on the other counts, which she said affirmed her office’s right to pursue claims that “fraud, abuse and greed permeate through the NRA.” William A. Brewer, an outside attorney for the NRA says, “We look forward to continuing the defense of the NRA—and proving that it acts in the best interests of its members and the Second Amendment freedoms in which they believe.” This is Anna Hadfield with your Crosspolitic News. Support Rowdy Christian media by joining our club at fightlaughfeast.com, downloading our App, and heading to our annual Fight Laugh Feast Events. With your partnership, together we will fight outdated and compromised media, engage news and politics with the gospel, and replace lies and darkness with truth and light. Go to fightlaughfeast.com to take all these actions. Have a great weekend and Lord bless.

Happy Friday, this is Anna Hadfield with your CrossPolitic Daily News Brief for Friday, March 4th, 2022 I’m definitely not who you were expecting today… But, I’m filling in for Pastor Toby today. As you know, our second stop on our Liberty Tour is April 7th in Rapid City, South Dakota. Special guests include comedian John Branyan, Uncle Gary DeMar, and Larry Elder. We will also offering a free all-day workshop before the live show with talks from our very own Gabe Rench, Pastor Toby, Gary DeMar, and more. Head to crosspolitic.com/libertytour/ to register for the show and check out the details for the workshop. Also, save the dates for our yearly conference in Knoxville, TN on October 6th-8th. The theme of this year’s conference is Lies, Propaganda, Storytelling, and the Serrated Edge. Satan is the father of lies, and the mother of those lies is a government who has rejected God. We have especially been lied to these last two years, and the COVIDpanic has been one of the central mechanisms that our government has used to lie to us and to grab more power. Because Christians have not been reading their bibles, we are susceptible to lies and are weak in our ability to fight these lies. God has given us His word to fight Satan, and we need to recover all of God’s word. So, mark your calendars for October 6th-8th, as we fight, laugh, and feast together with beer and Psalms, our amazing lineup of speakers, our awesome vendors, new friends, and more. Early bird tickets will be available starting in the middle of March. Also remember that club members get reduced rates to the conference, so if you aren’t a club member already, head to fightlaughfeast.com to sign up.World Bank Ends Programs in Russia and Belarushttps://thehill.com/policy/international/596645-world-bank-ends-programs-in-russia-and-belarus The World Bank announced on Wednesday it was ending all programs in Russia and Belarus, citing "hostilities against the people of Ukraine."The banking organization, with 189 member countries across the globe, has not approved any new loans or investments in Russia since 2014, when the country annexed the Crimean Peninsula in Ukraine, or in Belarus since 2020, following a disputed presidential election.The decision comes as a large number of countries, organizations, and businesses are severing ties with Russia over the country's invasion of Ukraine last week, and with Belarus for its support and cooperation with Moscow.In a press release, World Bank President, David Malpass said, “The World Bank Group is horrified by the shocking violence and loss of life as a result of the events unfolding in Ukraine. We are a long-standing partner of Ukraine and stand with its people at this critical moment.He went on to explain that he had met with President Zelenskyy in Munich and reaffirmed the Bank’s strong support and commitment to the people of Ukraine and the region.On Tuesday, the International Monetary Fund Managing Director Kristalina Georgieva said it was considering Ukraine's request for emergency financing, while another program gave the nation access to 2.2 billion dollars through the end of June. The World Bank Group also announced on Tuesday it was providing a 3 billion dollar support package to assist Ukraine.Both financial groups are considering other options to assist the region and neighboring countries affected by the war, especially those taking in the more than 600,000 Ukrainian refugees. Hawaii: https://www.sfgate.com/hawaii/article/Hawaii-COVID-19-rules-changing-16954886.phphttps://hawaiicovid19.com/travel/You can now book your summer vacation plans to Hawaii! At least maybe you can… All counties in the state are dropping many of their covid regulations.Governor of Hawaii, David Ige, announced on Tuesday that the state will end its Safe Travels program at midnight, March 25th, concurrent with the end of the state’s emergency proclamation. The state’s Safe Travels Program required travelers to do a five-day mandatory self-quarantine for travelers from the U.S. and its Territories. To bypass the quarantine, travelers entering the state either needed to have an approved pre-travel covid test done, or have a valid up-to-date vaccine record.Starting March 26, domestic visitors will no longer need to show proof of COVID vaccination or the results of a pre-travel test. Nor will they need to undergo a mandatory quarantine if they are unable to produce that proof. All pre- and post-arrival COVID screenings will end, including post-boarding screenings at airports with participating airlines. Visitors will also no longer need to provide information about their trip or create a Safe Travels account. However, it is still bad news if you are an international traveler…Travelers from international destinations, including returning U.S. citizens, are still required to show proof of a negative COVID test, regardless of vaccination status, or documentation of recovery from the virus from a licensed health care professional. Because of course the virus clearly knows if you’re coming from a different country or not…Additionally, Ige said that the indoor mask mandate will remain in effect after the March 25th date. Again, because this is a smart virus and knows if you are inside or outside…Idaho Family Policy Center: We want to let you all know about Idaho Family Policy Center. IFPC is currently the only explicitly Christian policy organization in Idaho politics. Toby Sumpter and Israel Waitman serve on the board, and the president is Blaine Conzatti, a member of our sister CREC church, Kings Congregation down in Meridian. Blaine and IFPC have been leading the efforts to defund Planned Parenthood, end abortion in Idaho, and protect children from the transgender agenda. Blaine is a strategic voice in Idaho politics, and he represents many of our biblical and constitutional concerns in Boise. IFPC is a brand new ministry and is in need of significant donations to help fund it. We all have many commitments to other good ministries, but if you are particularly concerned about Idaho politics, this is one way you can have a very direct impact. Go to www.idahof amily.org to learn more and make a donationJudge Tosses New Yorks Attorney Generals Bid to Dissolve the NRAhttps://www.wsj.com/articles/judge-tosses-new-york-ags-bid-to-dissolve-nra-11646255814?mod=itp_wsj&mod=djemITP_h A state court judge dismissed the New York Attorney General’s attempt to dissolve the National Rifle Association. Judge Joel M. Cohen ruled that the state’s allegations of corruption and mismanagement by NRA top officials fell short of the public harm required to impose the “corporate death penalty” on the nonprofit group. The ruling on Wednesday represented a big win for the NRA. The decision comes 18 months after New York Attorney General Letitia James filed a lawsuit against the NRA and its top officials, alleging that they violated the state’s nonprofit laws by illegally diverting tens of millions of dollars from the group through excessive expenses and contracts that benefited relatives or close associates. The NRA and its officers deny the claims. If the attorney general’s allegations are proved, they could be addressed through less intrusive measures, the judge ruled, and dissolving the NRA “could impinge, at least indirectly, on the free speech and assembly rights” of the group’s members. The NRA has charged that the suit by Ms. James, a Democrat, is politically motivated, which she has denied. The NRA, falls under Ms. James’ regulatory authority. Ms. James said she was disappointed that the judge ruled against the dismissal portion of the case. She said the Attorney Genneral’s office is considering its legal options. She welcomed the court’s decision on the other counts, which she said affirmed her office’s right to pursue claims that “fraud, abuse and greed permeate through the NRA.” William A. Brewer, an outside attorney for the NRA says, “We look forward to continuing the defense of the NRA—and proving that it acts in the best interests of its members and the Second Amendment freedoms in which they believe.” This is Anna Hadfield with your Crosspolitic News. Support Rowdy Christian media by joining our club at fightlaughfeast.com, downloading our App, and heading to our annual Fight Laugh Feast Events. With your partnership, together we will fight outdated and compromised media, engage news and politics with the gospel, and replace lies and darkness with truth and light. Go to fightlaughfeast.com to take all these actions. Have a great weekend and Lord bless.

Happy Friday, this is Anna Hadfield with your CrossPolitic Daily News Brief for Friday, March 4th, 2022 I’m definitely not who you were expecting today… But, I’m filling in for Pastor Toby today. As you know, our second stop on our Liberty Tour is April 7th in Rapid City, South Dakota. Special guests include comedian John Branyan, Uncle Gary DeMar, and Larry Elder. We will also offering a free all-day workshop before the live show with talks from our very own Gabe Rench, Pastor Toby, Gary DeMar, and more. Head to crosspolitic.com/libertytour/ to register for the show and check out the details for the workshop. Also, save the dates for our yearly conference in Knoxville, TN on October 6th-8th. The theme of this year’s conference is Lies, Propaganda, Storytelling, and the Serrated Edge. Satan is the father of lies, and the mother of those lies is a government who has rejected God. We have especially been lied to these last two years, and the COVIDpanic has been one of the central mechanisms that our government has used to lie to us and to grab more power. Because Christians have not been reading their bibles, we are susceptible to lies and are weak in our ability to fight these lies. God has given us His word to fight Satan, and we need to recover all of God’s word. So, mark your calendars for October 6th-8th, as we fight, laugh, and feast together with beer and Psalms, our amazing lineup of speakers, our awesome vendors, new friends, and more. Early bird tickets will be available starting in the middle of March. Also remember that club members get reduced rates to the conference, so if you aren’t a club member already, head to fightlaughfeast.com to sign up. World Bank Ends Programs in Russia and Belarus https://thehill.com/policy/international/596645-world-bank-ends-programs-in-russia-and-belarus The World Bank announced on Wednesday it was ending all programs in Russia and Belarus, citing "hostilities against the people of Ukraine." The banking organization, with 189 member countries across the globe, has not approved any new loans or investments in Russia since 2014, when the country annexed the Crimean Peninsula in Ukraine, or in Belarus since 2020, following a disputed presidential election. The decision comes as a large number of countries, organizations, and businesses are severing ties with Russia over the country's invasion of Ukraine last week, and with Belarus for its support and cooperation with Moscow. In a press release, World Bank President, David Malpass said, “The World Bank Group is horrified by the shocking violence and loss of life as a result of the events unfolding in Ukraine. We are a long-standing partner of Ukraine and stand with its people at this critical moment. He went on to explain that he had met with President Zelenskyy in Munich and reaffirmed the Bank’s strong support and commitment to the people of Ukraine and the region. On Tuesday, the International Monetary Fund Managing Director Kristalina Georgieva said it was considering Ukraine's request for emergency financing, while another program gave the nation access to 2.2 billion dollars through the end of June. The World Bank Group also announced on Tuesday it was providing a 3 billion dollar support package to assist Ukraine. Both financial groups are considering other options to assist the region and neighboring countries affected by the war, especially those taking in the more than 600,000 Ukrainian refugees. Hawaii: https://www.sfgate.com/hawaii/article/Hawaii-COVID-19-rules-changing-16954886.php https://hawaiicovid19.com/travel/ You can now book your summer vacation plans to Hawaii! At least maybe you can… All counties in the state are dropping many of their covid regulations. Governor of Hawaii, David Ige, announced on Tuesday that the state will end its Safe Travels program at midnight, March 25th, concurrent with the end of the state’s emergency proclamation. The state’s Safe Travels Program required travelers to do a five-day mandatory self-quarantine for travelers from the U.S. and its Territories. To bypass the quarantine, travelers entering the state either needed to have an approved pre-travel covid test done, or have a valid up-to-date vaccine record. Starting March 26, domestic visitors will no longer need to show proof of COVID vaccination or the results of a pre-travel test. Nor will they need to undergo a mandatory quarantine if they are unable to produce that proof. All pre- and post-arrival COVID screenings will end, including post-boarding screenings at airports with participating airlines. Visitors will also no longer need to provide information about their trip or create a Safe Travels account. However, it is still bad news if you are an international traveler… Travelers from international destinations, including returning U.S. citizens, are still required to show proof of a negative COVID test, regardless of vaccination status, or documentation of recovery from the virus from a licensed health care professional. Because of course the virus clearly knows if you’re coming from a different country or not… Additionally, Ige said that the indoor mask mandate will remain in effect after the March 25th date. Again, because this is a smart virus and knows if you are inside or outside… Idaho Family Policy Center: We want to let you all know about Idaho Family Policy Center. IFPC is currently the only explicitly Christian policy organization in Idaho politics. Toby Sumpter and Israel Waitman serve on the board, and the president is Blaine Conzatti, a member of our sister CREC church, Kings Congregation down in Meridian. Blaine and IFPC have been leading the efforts to defund Planned Parenthood, end abortion in Idaho, and protect children from the transgender agenda. Blaine is a strategic voice in Idaho politics, and he represents many of our biblical and constitutional concerns in Boise. IFPC is a brand new ministry and is in need of significant donations to help fund it. We all have many commitments to other good ministries, but if you are particularly concerned about Idaho politics, this is one way you can have a very direct impact. Go to www.idahof amily.org to learn more and make a donation Judge Tosses New Yorks Attorney Generals Bid to Dissolve the NRA https://www.wsj.com/articles/judge-tosses-new-york-ags-bid-to-dissolve-nra-11646255814?mod=itp_wsj&mod=djemITP_h A state court judge dismissed the New York Attorney General’s attempt to dissolve the National Rifle Association. Judge Joel M. Cohen ruled that the state’s allegations of corruption and mismanagement by NRA top officials fell short of the public harm required to impose the “corporate death penalty” on the nonprofit group. The ruling on Wednesday represented a big win for the NRA. The decision comes 18 months after New York Attorney General Letitia James filed a lawsuit against the NRA and its top officials, alleging that they violated the state’s nonprofit laws by illegally diverting tens of millions of dollars from the group through excessive expenses and contracts that benefited relatives or close associates. The NRA and its officers deny the claims. If the attorney general’s allegations are proved, they could be addressed through less intrusive measures, the judge ruled, and dissolving the NRA “could impinge, at least indirectly, on the free speech and assembly rights” of the group’s members. The NRA has charged that the suit by Ms. James, a Democrat, is politically motivated, which she has denied. The NRA, falls under Ms. James’ regulatory authority. Ms. James said she was disappointed that the judge ruled against the dismissal portion of the case. She said the Attorney Genneral’s office is considering its legal options. She welcomed the court’s decision on the other counts, which she said affirmed her office’s right to pursue claims that “fraud, abuse and greed permeate through the NRA.” William A. Brewer, an outside attorney for the NRA says, “We look forward to continuing the defense of the NRA—and proving that it acts in the best interests of its members and the Second Amendment freedoms in which they believe.” This is Anna Hadfield with your Crosspolitic News. Support Rowdy Christian media by joining our club at fightlaughfeast.com, downloading our App, and heading to our annual Fight Laugh Feast Events. With your partnership, together we will fight outdated and compromised media, engage news and politics with the gospel, and replace lies and darkness with truth and light. Go to fightlaughfeast.com to take all these actions. Have a great weekend and Lord bless.

Bill Winters, Standard Chartered CEO, says Hong Kong is still a gateway to China and that he doesn't expect that to change. David Malpass, World Bank President, expects U.S. rate hikes to be challenging for emerging market countries. Savita Subramanian, Bank of America Securities U.S. Equity & Quantitative Strategy Head, says investors are being too optimistic about margins. Kathy Jones, Charles Schwab Senior Vice President and Chief Fixed Income Strategist, says the Fed can't live up to the market's rate hike expectations. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com

David Malpass, The World Bank President, says we need higher vaccinations in poor and developing nations. Glenn Hubbard, Columbia Professor of Economics, Columbia Business Dean Emeritus and Former Council of Economic Advisers Chairman, says Chairman Powell deserves a second term. Marilyn Watson, BlackRock Global Fundamental Fixed Income Strategy Head, expects to see real yields tick back up. Guillaume Faury, Airbus CEO, discusses the U.S. reopening air travel for vaccinated passengers. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com

David Malpass, World Bank President, discusses the organization's forecast for the strongest post-recession global growth in 80 years. Sarah House, Wells Fargo Corporate & Investment Bank Senior Economist, still sees a boom economy. David Bianco, DWS Americas CIO, says equity markets are optimistic about not just a sustained recovery, but a long-lasting expansion. Dr. Amesh Adalja, Johns Hopkins Center for Health Security Senior Scholar, discusses the impact of Covid-19 variants in the U.S. and the role that nutrition and obesity play in the severity of Covid cases. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com

David Malpass, World Bank President, discusses the organization's forecast for the strongest post-recession global growth in 80 years. Sarah House, Wells Fargo Corporate & Investment Bank Senior Economist, still sees a boom economy. David Bianco, DWS Americas CIO, says equity markets are optimistic about not just a sustained recovery, but a long-lasting expansion. Dr. Amesh Adalja, Johns Hopkins Center for Health Security Senior Scholar, discusses the impact of Covid-19 variants in the U.S. and the role that nutrition and obesity play in the severity of Covid cases.

David Malpass, World Bank President, calls on countries to free up their excess Covid vaccines and says the distribution effort must be equitable. Howard Ward, Gabelli Funds CIO of Growth Equity, says it's too early to turn your back on this bull market. Jared Bernstein, Council of Economic Advisors Member, says the U.S. unemployment insurance system does need some work. Senator Kevin Cramer, Republican from North Dakota, says he would support a bigger infrastructure bill if there is no new borrowing. Kathy Jones, Schwab Center for Financial Research Chief Fixed Income Strategist, says tapering talk can be bullish for bonds. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com

David Malpass, World Bank President, calls on countries to free up their excess Covid vaccines and says the distribution effort must be equitable. Howard Ward, Gabelli Funds CIO of Growth Equity, says it's too early to turn your back on this bull market. Jared Bernstein, Council of Economic Advisors Member, says the U.S. unemployment insurance system does need some work. Senator Kevin Cramer, Republican from North Dakota, says he would support a bigger infrastructure bill if there is no new borrowing. Kathy Jones, Schwab Center for Financial Research Chief Fixed Income Strategist, says tapering talk can be bullish for bonds.

As part of our 100 Days of Joe Biden series, we have with us Robert Zoellick who was the United States Deputy Secretary of State and U.S. Trade Representative, from February 7, 2001 until February 22, 2005. He also was the eleventh World Bank President. Robert discusses the first 100 days of Joe Biden's presidency.

In this episode of Lowy Institute Conversations, Alexandre Dayant, Research Fellow at the Lowy Institute, sits down with David Malpass, President of the World Bank, to discuss the Bank’s COVID-19 response and developing countries’ long road to recovery, as well as the hurdles the institution has faced during the pandemic. David R. Malpass is the 13th President of the World Bank Group. He previously served as US Under Secretary of the Treasury for International Affairs. Conversations is a Lowy Institute podcast in which Institute researchers and some of the world's leading experts delve into the big issues in international affairs.

The Covid-19 crisis has exposed the economic and other inequities between the world's richest and poorest countries. The World Bank's boss discusses these challenges, ranging from vaccination drives and debt relief to the existential threat of climate change, with Rob Cox. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

David Malpass, World Bank President, says the inequality in the global recovery is striking. Tony Crescenzi, PIMCO Market Strategist, Portfolio Manager & Member of the Firm's Investment Committee, says the rise in real interest rates is not affecting broader markets. Frances Donald, Manulife Investment Management Global Chief Economist & Head of Macroeconomic Strategy, says negative real yields are unsustainable. Yuli Edelstein, Israeli Health Minister, says the country is crossing the line of 50% of the population getting at least a first vaccination shot. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com

David Malpass, World Bank President, says the inequality in the global recovery is striking. Tony Crescenzi, PIMCO Market Strategist, Portfolio Manager & Member of the Firm's Investment Committee, says the rise in real interest rates is not affecting broader markets. Frances Donald, Manulife Investment Management Global Chief Economist & Head of Macroeconomic Strategy, says negative real yields are unsustainable. Yuli Edelstein, Israeli Health Minister, says the country is crossing the line of 50% of the population getting at least a first vaccination shot.

Larry Kudlow, National Economic Council Director, discusses President Trump's Covid-19 diagnosis and the September jobs report. David Malpass, World Bank President, says masks have helped thwart the spread of Covid-19 in many parts of the world and stresses that the pandemic has been a "giant catastrophe." Dr. Peter Hotez, Baylor College of Medicine National School of Tropical Medicine Dean, discusses the risk factors President Trump faces after testing positive for Covid-19. Jeffrey Rosenberg, BlackRock Portfolio Manager of the Systematic Multi-Strategy Fund, examines rates in the wake of the jobs report. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com

Larry Kudlow, National Economic Council Director, discusses President Trump’s Covid-19 diagnosis and the September jobs report. David Malpass, World Bank President, says masks have helped thwart the spread of Covid-19 in many parts of the world and stresses that the pandemic has been a "giant catastrophe." Dr. Peter Hotez, Baylor College of Medicine National School of Tropical Medicine Dean, discusses the risk factors President Trump faces after testing positive for Covid-19. Jeffrey Rosenberg, BlackRock Portfolio Manager of the Systematic Multi-Strategy Fund, examines rates in the wake of the jobs report.

David Malpass, World Bank President, says China needs to participate in debt relief plan for poor countries. Jill Carey Hall, BofA Securities U.S. Equity Strategist & Head of U.S. SMID Cap Strategy, says there is divergence within the market in terms of valuations and performance spreads. Jim Bianco, Bianco Research Founder and Bloomberg Opinion Columnist, says there are signals on the horizon that inflation is coming in the U.S. David Rubenstein, Carlyle Group Co-Chairman and Co-Founder and Host of "The David Rubenstein Show: Peer-to-Peer Conversations," discusses his interview with Lonnie Bunch, Secretary of the Smithsonian Institution. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com

David Malpass, World Bank President, says China needs to participate in debt relief plan for poor countries. Jill Carey Hall, BofA Securities U.S. Equity Strategist & Head of U.S. SMID Cap Strategy, says there is divergence within the market in terms of valuations and performance spreads. Jim Bianco, Bianco Research Founder and Bloomberg Opinion Columnist, says there are signals on the horizon that inflation is coming in the U.S. David Rubenstein, Carlyle Group Co-Chairman and Co-Founder and Host of "The David Rubenstein Show: Peer-to-Peer Conversations," discusses his interview with Lonnie Bunch, Secretary of the Smithsonian Institution.

David Malpass, World Bank President, says developing countries are under immense debt pressure in the midst of a global pandemic. Jason Furman, Harvard Kennedy School Professor of the Practice of Economic Policy, says the current recession is unlike the last financial crisis because there has been a V-shape recovery in consumer spending. Carsten Nickel, Teneo Intelligence Managing Director for Europe, says EU leaders joining together to create a recovery fund is politically transformative. Dan Ives, Wedbush Securities Analyst, says Amazon and Google seem to be the technology companies most susceptible to regulatory risk in the next year. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com

David Malpass, World Bank President, says developing countries are under immense debt pressure in the midst of a global pandemic. Jason Furman, Harvard Kennedy School Professor of the Practice of Economic Policy, says the current recession is unlike the last financial crisis because there has been a V-shape recovery in consumer spending. Carsten Nickel, Teneo Intelligence Managing Director for Europe, says EU leaders joining together to create a recovery fund is politically transformative. Dan Ives, Wedbush Securities Analyst, says Amazon and Google seem to be the technology companies most susceptible to regulatory risk in the next year.

Jared Bernstein, Center on Budget and Policy Priorities Senior Fellow, says it is critical the federal sector is amply funded to protect the American people from future crises. Bill Dudley, Former New York Fed President and Former FOMC Vice Chair, says some of the Fed's market support has created a little bit of moral hazard. Steve Chiavarone, Federated Hermes Portfolio Manager, says GDP levels will not get back to where they were until the end of 2021. Tobias Levkovich, Citi Chief U.S. Equity Strategist, believes that the pandemic has accelerated certain trends that were already underway, including those in retail and tele-medicine. David Malpass, World Bank President, discusses challenges in deploring money to poor countries and the scale of debt relief the bank plans to implement in the upcoming months. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com

Jared Bernstein, Center on Budget and Policy Priorities Senior Fellow, says it is critical the federal sector is amply funded to protect the American people from future crises. Bill Dudley, Former New York Fed President and Former FOMC Vice Chair, says some of the Fed's market support has created a little bit of moral hazard. Steve Chiavarone, Federated Hermes Portfolio Manager, says GDP levels will not get back to where they were until the end of 2021. Tobias Levkovich, Citi Chief U.S. Equity Strategist, believes that the pandemic has accelerated certain trends that were already underway, including those in retail and tele-medicine. David Malpass, World Bank President, discusses challenges in deploring money to poor countries and the scale of debt relief the bank plans to implement in the upcoming months.

Christopher Thomas is an Advisor to the Education Global Practice at the World Bank. Prior to taking this position he was Lead Strategy Officer for the World Bank Group.  He has served as Advisor to the World Bank President’s Special Envoy, where his portfolio included the Sustainable Development Goals, Financing for Development, and relations with Multilateral Development Banks. Episode originally aired on January 31, 2020 at KZSU Stanford.  Guest: Chris Thomas Host: Benjamin S. Woodford Cohost: Emily Quiles Associates: Bianca Al-Shamari, Ebbie Banks

Nation states reform their political economies or go BUST.

Vital Voices CEO Alyse Nelson sits down with Vital Voices Network women Kah Walla and Tamara Abdel-Jaber to discuss why it's time for a woman to be President of the World Bank Join our Campaign for a Woman World Bank President at https://www.vitalvoices.org/worldbankwomen/   Music Credit: On My Way Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/

In this episode i cover the following topics : 1)Singapore help for crypto startups 2)news of operating license for coinbase in Japan /closure of index fund/adding of 0x to coinbasepro 3)Gemini's plan to attract instutional investors/adding of litecoin to trading 4) Solution to 51% attack 5)Liquid launch from blockstream 6)bmw backed blockchain competition 7)Cryptotocurrency in war torn country 8)Zaif exchange takeover and new hack refund plan 9)Us customs agency entering into blockchain 10)Blockchain.info expands legal team 11)Pboc is looking to recruit experts to build national currency 12)Spanchains money lost in glitch in smart contract returned 13)Bitthumb sells stake 14)Nevada utility agency eyes blockchain for energy credit system 15)fake new uses NZ prime minister to pump volume for startup 16)Auction House Christie to record art sales on blockchain 17)North Dakota Securities regulator issues cease and desists againt 3 ico's 18)Crptojacking malware in adobe updates. 19)Status of Indian regulations 20)Crypto regulations in UK may take 2 years 21)Prime suspect in $24 million btc scam arrested 22)Bitfinex suspends fiat deposits. 23)World Bank President comment on Distributed Ledger 24)Unconfirmed report of trons tie up with Baidu You can also contact me on https://www.facebook.com/nmiteneeraj

World Bank President arrives Nigeria, South Africa celebrates 22nd Freedom day anniversary, Kenya's former first lady Lucy Kibaki dies in London, Mall of Africa's opening adds to SA's oversupply of shopping centre space, Ghana has third highest interest rates in the world, NTV reality show to help Kenyan start-ups attract funding, Chinese company to build R11bn motor plant in Port Elizabeth --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/africabusinessnews/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/africabusinessnews/support

World Bank President arrives Nigeria, South Africa celebrates 22nd Freedom day anniversary, Kenya's former first lady Lucy Kibaki dies in London, Mall of Africa’s opening adds to SA’s oversupply of shopping centre space, Ghana has third highest interest rates in the world, NTV reality show to help Kenyan start-ups attract funding, Chinese company to build R11bn motor plant in Port Elizabeth --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/africanperspective/support

World Bank President arrives Nigeria, South Africa celebrates 22nd Freedom day anniversary, Kenya's former first lady Lucy Kibaki dies in London, Mall of Africa’s opening adds to SA’s oversupply of shopping centre space, Ghana has third highest interest rates in the world, NTV reality show to help Kenyan start-ups attract funding, Chinese company to build R11bn motor plant in Port Elizabeth --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Umar Saif is a Pakistani computer scientist and entrepreneur, who is known for his work on using ICT solutions for developing-world problems. He is also the founder of Plan9, Pakistan's largest startup incubator and is often credited as one of the main forces behind the IT ecosystem in Pakistan.In his role as the Chairman of the Punjab Information Technology Board, his work to introduce technology in government using low-cost smart-phones has had a transformative impact in Pakistan. The World Bank President highlighted this work as one of three global examples of good governance innovations in his landmark speech on governance reforms in Philippines.

#293 - You won't believe what the World Bank President said 

#293 - You won't believe what the World Bank President said 

Karen Hudes studied law at Yale Law School and economics at the University of Amsterdam. She worked in the US Export Import Bank of the US from 1980-1985 and in the Legal Department of the World Bank from 1986-2007. She established the Non Governmental Organization Committee of the International Law Section of the American Bar Association and the Committee on Multilateralism and the Accountability of International Organizations of the American Branch of the International Law Association.   In 1999 Karen reported the corrupt take-over of the second largest bank in the Philippines. The Bank's Country Director in the Philippines reassigned Karen when she asked him to sign a letter warning the Philippines' government that the Bank could not disburse its loan. Two days after informing the Board's Audit Committee of the cover-up in the Philippines, Karen was reprimanded and placed on probation. The Chair of the World Bank's Audit Committee requested an inquiry into the World Bank's Institutional Integrity Department. The Senate Committee on Foreign Relations followed up with three letters to the World Bank. The World Bank forged documents and fired Karen in contempt of Congress.   In 2007 Karen advised the US Treasury Department and US Congress that the US would lose its right to appoint the President of the World Bank if the current American President of the World Bank did not play by the rules. The 66 year old Gentlemen's Agreement that Europe would appoint the Managing Director of the IMF and US would appoint the World Bank President ended in 2010.

Karen Hudes studied law at Yale Law School and economics at the University of Amsterdam. She worked in the US Export Import Bank of the US from 1980-1985 and in the Legal Department of the World Bank from 1986-2007. She established the Non Governmental Organization Committee of the International Law Section of the American Bar Association and the Committee on Multilateralism and the Accountability of International Organizations of the American Branch of the International Law Association. In 1999 Karen reported the corrupt take-over of the second largest bank in the Philippines. The Bank's Country Director in the Philippines reassigned Karen when she asked him to sign a letter warning the Philippines' government that the Bank could not disburse its loan. Two days after informing the Board's Audit Committee of the cover-up in the Philippines, Karen was reprimanded and placed on probation. The Chair of the World Bank's Audit Committee requested an inquiry into the World Bank's Institutional Integrity Department. The Senate Committee on Foreign Relations followed up with three letters to the World Bank. The World Bank forged documents and fired Karen in contempt of Congress. In 2007 Karen advised the US Treasury Department and US Congress that the US would lose its right to appoint the President of the World Bank if the current American President of the World Bank did not play by the rules. The 66 year old Gentlemen's Agreement that Europe would appoint the Managing Director of the IMF and US would appoint the World Bank President ended in 2010.

Australian Minister for Foreign Affairs Kevin Rudd assesses China's rise, America's "strategic pivot" towards East Asia, and recent developments in Myanmar. Introduced by former World Bank President and Asia Society Trustee James Wolfensohn. (1 hr., 17 min.)