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innovation forumAmericas Innovation Forum: Uruguay at the heart of global innovation

The Americas First Innovation Forum is held in Punta del Este and will be attended by leaders in the areas of science, technology and innovation, both public and private.

Uruguay recovered from the 2002 economic crisis that left over 30% of the population in poverty and the country is now focused on maintaining its high growth rates.

Read a brief on Uruguay's development and challenges and how the World Bank works in the country


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Foro de innovacionDomestic violence A woman is killed every nine days in Uruguay
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What can you do to shape the city of your dreams? That was the question to answer in order to participate in the  2008 World Bank Essay. Last year, a uruguayan student won the firts prize.  Read his essay  (s). This year results will be available soon!


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The Small Grants Program will provide US$ 5.000 to the six most outstanding projects of the civil society in Uruguay that focus on youth issues. Results will be available on April, 7th. + More (s)

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SEPA is a new tool that is being promoted in conjunction with the Government of Uruguay. The new website 
provides information to the public about contracts financed by The World Bank in Uruguay.  
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The Joint Japan / World Bank Graduate Scholarships Program for students with a university degree, its now open for studies in development-related fields. Deadline March 31, 2008.
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What's New

May 28, 2008Uruguay: First Bond Transaction to Provide World Bank Financing in Local Currency (Press Release)
May 21, 2008New report on economic growth offers lessons on achieving sustained, high economic growth (Press Release)
May 21, 2008World Bank Broadens Transport Agenda (Press Release)
  
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