World Bank Europe and Central Asia

Governments are rapidly adopting digital IDs, apps, and AI to deliver faster, more accessible public services. But how can they also build public trust that citizens’ data and privacy will be protected? Serbia’s experience offers five practical lessons: wrld.bg/YzjT50Yx2oH

Secure property rights give small business owners the confidence to invest, hire staff, and expand their businesses. Discover how the @WorldBankGroup is helping countries in the Western Balkans digitize property registration processes: wrld.bg/ZuzC50WyGT9

What has modernizing power lines and transformers meant for villages like Vostok in the Kyrgyz Republic? ⚡️ Fewer outages 🔌 Stable voltage for appliances 🏘️ More reliable service See how the @WorldBankGroup is investing in Central Asia's energy grids: wrld.bg/t49c50YwLh3

@WBG_IDA Explore how the @WorldBankGroup is helping power an energy-secure future across Central Asia: wrld.bg/ebk250YhbiO

In Tajikistan’s Khatlon Region, rural electrification is transforming daily life—from heating homes to powering small businesses. See how @WBG_IDA is helping electrify the country's remotest communities. ⬇️ #IDAworks

“No trees, no honey.” Healthy forests are essential for agribusinesses like Galina’s. See how @WorldBankGroup investments are helping Moldova protect and expand its woodlands, creating new opportunities for rural communities: wrld.bg/k9Z150YwrfJ

🌳 By investing in tree planting, Kazakhstan is not only protecting against dust storms but also creating jobs and supporting livelihoods for farmers and agribusinesses across the country. See how @theGEF and @WorldBankGroup are backing these efforts: wrld.bg/UA6b50YwgEb

@WorldBankGroup @WBG_IDA Explore how the @WorldBankGroup is helping power an energy-secure future across Central Asia: wrld.bg/ebk250YhbiO

How do you bring electricity to remote, hard-to-reach communities? Mini-grids. See how @WBG_IDA is helping deliver power, warmth, and new opportunities to Tajikistan’s mountainous regions.

🔴LIVE | Join public and private sector leaders to explore how targeted investments & innovative financing can improve water efficiency, boost agricultural productivity,& create jobs. wrld.bg/Quik50YvTIx

Montenegro’s forests are vital for the country's economy and resilience. New @WorldBankGroup support will: 🔥 Reduce wildfire risk 🌲 Improve forest management 🪓 Help create jobs in wood processing 🔎 Boost timber traceability to curb illegal logging wrld.bg/rjWJ50Ywg8L

Valentyna’s apartment was shelled twice during Russia’s invasion—bursting pipes, shattering windows, and riddling walls with shrapnel. See how, with support from the @WorldBankGroup’s HOPE Project, she repaired her apartment and moved back home: wrld.bg/mapg50YvMX9

🏥 Renovated medical facilities across Armenia do more than provide state-of-the-art care for patients living with non-communicable diseases—they offer dignity and hope. Learn how the @WorldBankGroup is helping the country invest in a healthier future: wrld.bg/cjvz50VV6gj

Maksat’s dumpling factory is more than just a business—it’s creating jobs and fueling hope for what’s possible in Min-Bulak village. See how @WBG_IDA is supporting entrepreneurs like him across the Kyrgyz Republic: wrld.bg/9MP950YmyfU

Partnerships power development. For 75 years, Sweden and the @WorldBankGroup have teamed up to create jobs, growth, and opportunities. @SweMFA

🪟 Better insulating walls and windows ❄️ Upgrading heating and cooling 💡 Switching to LED lighting ⚡️ Installing solar panels Energy efficiency efforts like these are helping public schools in Türkiye save money and improve comfort. See the impact: wrld.bg/SkGG50X4zQY

From bazaar to supermarket: Korzinka is transforming Uzbekistan’s food sector, creating jobs, strengthening farmers, and bringing safe food to millions. With @IFC_org's support and advice, Korzinka is scaling modern retail and food safety nationwide: wrld.bg/XG4j50Ylknx

With @worldbankgroup support, North Macedonia is expanding vital elder-care services. See how this is helping hundreds of women like Verica gain new skills—and build careers as caregivers and nurses: wrld.bg/C4zM50XCJnm

🍞 Along Azerbaijan’s Salyan–Bilasuvar corridor, the @WorldBankGroup is helping small businesses grow. For Aygün, a local baker, better roads have brought more customers and fueled plans to expand. Learn more: wrld.bg/P4jb50Yvbsb

Different challenges. Same determination. From Ukraine to Poland, my recent visits reinforced why innovation, productivity, and smart investment matter for jobs and growth. My reflections in the latest "On the Road with Anna." Would love your thoughts. linkedin.com/pulse/from-kyi…

With @WorldBankGroup support, countries in the Western Balkans are cutting red tape by digitizing property registration—freeing entrepreneurs to focus on innovation, hiring, and business growth: wrld.bg/XSXy50XawtK

💧 Water efficiency = ⚡️ energy efficiency Across Europe and Central Asia, aging systems and high water losses drive up electricity use. A @worldbankgroup report shows how countries can significantly cut energy costs while improving service reliability: wrld.bg/qU0X50Ye3T5