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World Bank Backs Sri Lanka’s Reform Agenda with US$150 Million to Drive Growth and Resilience
By World Bank at ReliefWeb
· July 2, 2026
· 2 min read
. The Sri Lanka Reforms for Growth, Resilience and Openness Development Policy Operation(REGROW DPO) is the first in a proposed series of three operations and builds on the earlier support under the Resilience, Stability and Economic Turnaround (RESET) DPO series, shifting focus from stabilization t
Key takeaway In Sri Lanka, it has partnered with the country for over 70 years and currently supports 13 active projects totaling more than $1.
Why this matters
The World Bank's $150 million backing of Sri Lanka's reform agenda marks a significant shift in focus from stabilization to long-term growth, with a emphasis on private sector-led development. This move is critical for Sri Lanka, which has struggled to unlock its economic potential despite making progress in stabilizing its economy. The REGROW series' support for reforms aimed at reducing trade barriers, improving the investment climate, and strengthening the financial sector will be key to attracting private investment and creating jobs. The World Bank's commitment to helping countries generate more and better jobs as a pathway to reducing poverty and expanding economic opportunities is particularly relevant in Sri Lanka, where poverty reduction and economic growth are closely tied to job creation. With the World Bank's long history of partnership with Sri Lanka, totaling over $1.5 billion in active projects, this new operation has the potential to build on existing efforts and drive sustainable and inclusive growth for the country.
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Category: disaster ·
Published: July 2, 2026 ·
Source: ReliefWeb ·
Reading time: 2 min
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