It follows allegations of evictions and other rights abuses during the expansion of a national park.

Concerns over interest rates and Middle East mean the World Bank expects growth of just 2.4% in 2024.

A prolonged conflict in the Middle East would lead to much higher energy prices, the global institution predicts

Development Minister Andrew Mitchell says the UK is a "very dominant force" in aid for the poor.

The World Bank says many years of financial support are needed as London hosts a major conference.

Ajay Banga takes over as the anti-poverty lender faces pressure to do more to tackle climate change.

The bank's president David Malpass says more transparency is needed when providing economic help.

Raised in India, Ajay Banga led the credit card giant for more than a decade.