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International Bank for Reconstruction and Development

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UN bank that helps poorest nations a United Nations organization that provides funds, policy guidance, and technical assistance to facilitate economic development in its poorer member countries.

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Definitions of ’International Bank for Reconstruction and Development’ and meaning of ’International Bank for Reconstruction and Development’ are from the book publication, QFINANCE – The Ultimate Resource, © 2009 Bloomsbury Information Ltd. Find definitions for ’International Bank for Reconstruction and Development’ and other financial terms with our online QFINANCE Financial Dictionary.

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