Bretton Woods Observer
Tout change et rien change pas: Global power and IMF leadership
The present IMF leadership ‘contest’ makes a mockery of the institution’s multilateral character and further diminishes its legitimacy.
Critical reflections on World Bank’s draft Fragility, Conflict and Violence Strategy
World Bank’s new draft FCV strategy fails to detail how Bank will address negative impacts of its orthodox policies on…
IMF Ecuador agreement undermines workers’ rights
IMF programme raises questions over unconstitutional attack on workers’ rights.
Shut out of IDA19, civil society organisations disappointed with proposals
CSOs raise concerns about IDA19 proposed policy commitments and lack of formal consultation.
Links between Amazon deforestation and World Bank exposed
IFC equity investment linked to development of key Brazilian transport corridor, leading to accelerated deforestation in the area.
Tunisia Commission seeks reparations for human rights violations from IMF and World Bank
Bretton Woods Institutions found to share responsibility for social unrest leading to serious human rights violations.
Board decision could signal “vote of no confidence” in Inspection Panel
CSO fear World Bank board will compromise, undermining Inspection Panel powers.
Why did the IMF fail to take pre-emptive measures in Argentina?
Effectiveness of IMF’s approach questioned, as Argentina undergoes technical default.
EIB’s draft energy plan proposes ending finance for fossil fuels after 2020
Move comes after concerted civil society campaign calling for ‘fossil-free EIB’.
Guinean communities’ complaint against IFC-financed bauxite mine enters dispute resolution
CAO convenes process after February complaint alleged land grabbing, negative livelihood impacts.
World Bank China project raises ‘crimes against humanity’ concerns
Bank responds to allegations with investigation into whether its China lending could be going to internment camps.
Civil unrest in Zimbabwe amid IMF Staff Monitored Programme
Fears of further clampdown on protesters emerge as Zimbabwe implements Fund-backed economic reforms.
New director takes over Bank’s unfinished climate work
Juergen Voegele was appointed in July, replacing outgoing climate director John Roome.
