World Bank Reports Moderate Progress on Albania Bridge Infrastructure Project
What happened
The World Bank is funding the 'Resilient Bridges' project in Albania, which has a revised total funding of $57.97 million. As of October 5, only $12.14 million, or 20.94% of the total, has been disbursed. The project, which aims to enhance infrastructure resilience, is rated as having 'moderately satisfactory' overall implementation progress.
Why it matters
This project is part of a larger effort where Albania is seeking a $200 million loan from the World Bank to support economic development and harmonize market access standards. The funding supports the improvement of critical infrastructure against climate change and natural disasters.
Albania is seeking a $200 million loan from the World Bank to support economic development and harmonize market access standards.
Who's involved
- AlbaniaThe recipient country for the infrastructure funding and loan.
- World BankThe international financial institution providing the project funding.
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The entities involved
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Albania
country in southeastern Europe
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World Bank
international financial institution
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