Lasse Melgaard

Development Finance Corporate IDA and IBRD

[World Bank Group @WorldBankGroup]

Denmark's 40% increase in #IDA21 pledge marks bold commitment to eradicating poverty, promoting sustainable development, climate action & addressing global challenges.

Thanks to donors like Denmark, @WBG_IDA can invest for the future. https://t.co/50zrTSehbg @Statsmin @DanishMFA

[Mark Suzman @MSuzman]

At the UN yesterday, Danish Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen and @WorldBank Group President Ajay Banga took an important step toward tackling some of the most urgent challenges facing the world’s poorest countries, with Denmark making an early commitment to this year’s replenishment of the World Bank’s IDA.

As crises like climate change, debt distress, and food insecurity deepen, IDA’s mission is more vital than ever. It provides lifelines to the 75 most vulnerable nations, helping them address the intersecting crises they face while building stronger systems in health, education, and other areas of critical need.

Denmark’s commitment, representing an increase of 40% on the funding it has previously provided, signals the importance of international solidarity and scaling up financing to meet today’s challenges – we must ensure IDA is fully funded and can make a lasting impact. #UNGA79

https://t.co/PgUzVYHUp9.

[World Bank Group @WorldBankGroup]

The Pacific Climate Resilient Transport Program, led by @WorldBank/@WBG_IDA, is enhancing infrastructure in six countries to make it more resilient to climate change and benefiting~380,000 people. Learn more: https://t.co/S6GecbktAq

[Lasse Melgaard @lmelgaard]

Proud of Denmark for pledging a record contribution to the International Development Association (IDA) – the #WorldBank's fund for the world's poorest countries. 🇩🇰 With a 40% increase, Denmark shows true global solidarity! 🌍 A powerful step towards a more equitable world. #IDA

[Statsministeriet @Statsmin]

PM Frederiksen:
”Proud to pledge historic Danish contribution to #IDA21 to assist millions of people living in poverty. The @WorldBank’s @WBG_IDA is one of most powerful actors in global development. Hoping other countries will join.” #IDA #UN #PactForTheFuture

[World Bank Group @WorldBankGroup]

"I am proud to announce our intention to provide a 40% increase. I think this is necessary, and I ask all donors to follow the example. This is the right time to step up and to scale up, all of us"- @Statsmin on Denmark's 40% increase in pledge to #IDA21 https://t.co/OMn3tFdUG5

[Lasse Melgaard @lmelgaard]

Honored to join Deputy Minister Reneta Koleva in launching a workshop to update Bulgaria’s National Air Pollution Control Program. The World Bank is proud to support Bulgaria with expertise to tackle air pollution and create a cleaner future. 🌍🌱 #AirQuality #ClimateAction

[World Bank Europe and Central Asia @WorldBankECA]

How are the World Bank Group and Bulgaria renewing their partnership to help the country tackle its development challenges over the next five years?

Read our new #BulgariaCPF to learn more: https://t.co/LIRvBDrrQx

[Lasse Melgaard @lmelgaard]

2/2 - the transition to a low-carbon economy, climate action, digital development, improving the business environment, promoting innovation, and advancing green energy solutions.

Read more👇
https://t.co/act6ABdAI8

[Lasse Melgaard @lmelgaard]

1/1 - Yesterday, at the World Bank Headquarters in Washington, D.C., the Board of Executive Directors voiced broad support for the new joint 5-year IBRD/IFC/MIGA Country Partnership Framework (CPF) for Bulgaria. The CPF focuses on the key priorities of the partnership, including

[World Bank Europe and Central Asia @WorldBankECA]

Today, the World Bank Group approved its new Country Partnership Framework with Bulgaria, renewing our partnership to help the country boost its competitiveness and build a more inclusive, sustainable economy. Learn more: https://t.co/LIRvBDrZG5 #BulgariaCPF

[The Lowy Institute @LowyInstitute]

Watch the live stream of @WorldBank President Ajay Banga's conversation with the Institute's Executive Director @mfullilove from 11:00am AEST.
📺https://t.co/UtfrNfI339

[Lasse Melgaard @lmelgaard]

Delighted to meet with Bulgaria's Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Finance, H.E. Lyudmila Petkova. Great discussion on the forthcoming WBG Country Partnership Framework for Bulgaria and planned analytical products on public finance, poverty and climate change.

[Lasse Melgaard @lmelgaard]

Very pleased to support Bulgaria’s road sector with the signing of today’s agreement. Among other, this support will help review the country’s past road strategy and set the stage for the future, ensuring due consideration to climate change.

[World Bank Europe and Central Asia @WorldBankECA]

Today, the @WorldBank and #Bulgaria's Road Infrastructure Agency signed an agreement on strategic planning and advisory services for the long-term development of the country's roads sector. Learn more: https://t.co/VM3YbkH8Y4

[Axel van Trotsenburg @Axel_vanT]

Our latest World Development Report is here!
One of our most important knowledge products, the #WDR2024 lays out a 21st century roadmap for all developing economies seeking to achieve high-quality growth in an era of extraordinary challenges.
Read more: https://t.co/bZWD0nc8ej

[Lasse Melgaard @lmelgaard]

Are you a recent graduate (Bachelors degree), under 32 years of age and passionate about development? Consider joining the World Bank's Junior Professional Associate program! Read more here and check our jobs listing - there are a number of posts open: https://t.co/aNaFmgWidg

[Lasse Melgaard @lmelgaard]

I am truly delighted to welcome Anna Akhalkatsi as the new World Bank Country Director for the EU. Having led our engagement in Romania for the last years, she is uniquely placed to lead our dialogue with the European institutions as well as Bulgaria, Croatia, Poland and Romania.

[World Bank Europe and Central Asia @WorldBankECA]

Anna Akhalkatsi is our new @WorldBankCountry Director for the #EU based in Brussels, where she will lead on dialogue with the European institutions as well as client countries Bulgaria, Croatia, Poland, and Romania: https://t.co/F0uADPNbN7 Follow her on @X: @AnnaAkhalkatsi

[Lasse Melgaard @lmelgaard]

Great meeting with Yordanka Chobanova, the new Head of the European Commission's Representation in Bulgaria. Briefed her on World Bank Group activities in the country and discussed potential areas of future cooperation, including the Just Transition.

[Lasse Melgaard @lmelgaard]

Delighted to sign an agreement with Valentin Mundrov, Minister of e-Government, to support Bulgaria strengthen the foundations for data governance & data spaces, building on a strong ongoing partnership in e-Government and digital transformation reforms. https://t.co/FTBSKVtHVL

[Lasse Melgaard @lmelgaard]

Fantastic journey on a historical train from Sofia to Lakatnik, joined by my IFC colleague Vladimir Mihailovski.