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World Bank estimates annual increase in investment in more water-efficient irrigation, agricultural innovation by US$12 billion in MENAAP
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· Jun 29, 2026
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Global agricultural, fisheries production projected to expand by 13% over next ten years: OECD-FAO Agricultural Outlook
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· Jul 9, 2026
Banks rush for global ratings as FCNR (B) fund-raising gains momentum
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· Jul 4, 2026
Explained: How India's bond market became more accessible over the last 10 years
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· Jun 26, 2026
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· Jul 7, 2026
Global direct investment gain 6% in 2025 — UN
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· Jun 24, 2026
Indonesia earmarks Rp14 trillion for irrigation overhaul in 2026
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Related coverage for "World Bank estimates annual increase in investment in more water-efficient irrigation, agricultural innovation by US$12 billion in MENAAP": UrduPoint — Global agricultural, fisheries production projected to expand by 13% over next ten years: OECD-FAO Agricultural Outlook. The Hindu BusinessLine — Banks rush for global ratings as FCNR (B) fund-raising gains momentum. Economic Times — Explained: How India's bond market became more accessible over the last 10 years . Daily Sabah — Türkiye targets $50B in distant markets exports by 2028. TASS — Global direct investment gain 6% in 2025 — UN. ANTARA News — Indonesia earmarks Rp14 trillion for irrigation overhaul in 2026