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World Bank Urges Job Creation for 1.2 Billion Youth

1/15/2026

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  • The World Bank's report highlights the urgent need for developing economies to create jobs as 1.2 billion young people enter the workforce over the next decade.
  • It recommends boosting job creation by expanding physical, digital, and human capital, improving the business environment, and mobilizing private investment.
  • Public debt is historically high, requiring fiscal rules to stabilize finances and promote growth, with rule effectiveness dependent on institutional strength and political commitment.