The World Bank Group has approved 135 million U.S. dollars in financing for Senegal to strengthen its health system and expand financial protection for vulnerable populations, according to a statement released on Thursday.

On January 29, the World Bank Group (WBG) Board of Directors reviewed a new Country Partnership Framework (CPF) for Azerbaijan, setting out its strategic engagement for the next five years. The initiative aims to bolster Azerbaijan’s transition toward a more competitive, sustainable, and inclusive economy, addressing key structural challenges and unlocking new growth opportunities.