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The World Bank in Latin America and the Caribbean

The region has made slow but steady progress in overcoming the imbalances created by the pandemic, including rising inflation pressures, global economic uncertainty, and higher debt; even poverty and employment have returned to pre-pandemic levels.

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Country Gender Profiles

Explore Data on Employment, Internet Access, Unpaid Workload, Among Other Indicators in 11 Priority Areas for Gender Equality
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The Innovation Paradox in Latin America

Innovation in Latin America has overwhelming potential, but timid growth. The future of the region requires adopting the innovation as a priority
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Artificial intelligence is transforming middle-class jobs. Can it also help the poor? Read this blog

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Latin America and Caribbean At-A-Glance

Latin America and the Caribbean has proved relatively resilient in the face of rising debt stress, inflation, and uncertainty arising from the Russian war in Ukraine. Income and employment have largely recovered from the pandemic, and markets remain cautiously optimistic about the near future

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Tackling the Learning Crisis in Latin America and the Caribbean

Between 2013-2023, the World Bank implemented 48 education projects across 19 countries in Latin America and the Caribbean creating opportunities for nearly 13 million people

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