Erik Whitlock at WB Spring Meetings in Washington

Attended the The World Bank Group – IMF Spring Meetings 2026 in Washington, D.C., bringing together global leaders from the public and private sectors to discuss key economic and development priorities.

Across conversations, a clear theme emerged: navigating tighter fiscal environments while advancing job creation, investment mobilization, and sustainable growth. The complexity of today’s challenges is matched by a growing focus on practical, coordinated solutions.

This year’s discussions highlighted a shift from dialogue to action mobilizing capital, supporting the most vulnerable, and strengthening economic resilience in an increasingly uncertain global context.

In addition to hearing more about the inspiring activities the World Bank is supporting in development with the latest technological advances, the meeting provided an further opportunity to engage with partners and stakeholders with regarding the Groups’s institutional development and opportunities for collaboration. These insights will help inform our ongoing work and strengthen approaches to delivering impact across markets.

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