Global poverty News
Latest conceptually matching events and reports for Global poverty.
Sri Lanka’s Poverty Stagnation: A Quarter-Century in Review.
Sri Lanka marks a concerning milestone as poverty levels have reverted to those of 25 years ago. With a lack of official data since 2019, experts rely on international estimates suggesting up to one-third of the population now faces severe poverty following a series of economic shocks.
CEPA Marks Milestone: 25 Years of Championing Evidence-Based Economic Policy in Sri Lanka.
The Centre for Poverty Analysis (CEPA) celebrated 25 years with a high-level international conference in Colombo, focusing on poverty reduction, trade reforms, and economic resilience in the wake of recent crises.
Prime Minister Links Food Security to National Sovereignty Amid Global Economic Volatility.
Prime Minister Harini Amarasuriya emphasizes the critical link between agricultural independence, food security, and national stability, urging youth to drive the 'Grow and Sell' economy.
Asian Development Bank Advocates for Unified Economic Resilience Against Global Headwinds.
ADB President Masato Kanda has called for heightened regional cooperation to mitigate the impacts of global economic volatility, emphasizing support for energy security, critical mineral supply chains, and fiscal stability.
