Global or Regional

​This PFR development objective is to inform and advise policy makers in BiH about the efficiency, effectiveness, and equity of tax policies, public expenditures and revenues, focusing in the special topics on VAT, pensions, and social protection transfers 

​The proposed activity aims to support the domestic revenue mobilization efforts in Senegal, Mauritania, The Gambia, Guinea-Bissau and Cabo Verde in a sustainable manner that supports inclusive growth. This objective will be achieved through a combination of analytical assessments, advisory and technical assistance. Aligned with client needs and priorities, the activities for each country will identify tax policy and administration options, and increase capacity.

Support green, inclusive and resilient development in Togo by (i) promoting sustainable agriculture, rural electrification and climate mitigation; (ii) boosting human capital and resilience to shocks, and (iii) rebuilding fiscal space for priority interventions.

​The program aims to support countries and teams in designing fiscal policies for climate change mitigation and adaptation. It focuses on identifying fiscal policy designs that minimize trade-offs between short-term economic development and climate action.

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​This programmatic ASA will not only generate knowledge but also integrate it into World Bank policy dialogues and operations. Additionally, it will promote the sharing of best practices in climate-fiscal reforms and facilitate the exchange of lessons learned across regions through peer learning, trainings, and publications.

​The objective of this PFR is to generate evidence and provide recommendations to increase revenue mobilization and spending efficiency – e.g. by broadening the tax base and improving expenditure decisions – with a view to supporting fiscal sustainability and enhancing the impact of fiscal policy.

​The GTP International Tax Program 2.0 aims to help developing countries create tailored tax strategies to combat tax base erosion caused by cross-border profit shifting, tax evasion, and avoidance. Focusing on policy development and capacity building, the program seeks to strengthen domestic resource mobilization to achieve the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). Its objectives include increasing tax revenues, enhancing voluntary compliance, and promoting a fairer global tax environment. The program also prioritizes skill development among tax officials, empowering them to manage complex international tax issues. It builds on the success of the previous GTP program and responds to recent developments in international tax, notably the implementation of the Global Minimum Tax initiative.

​The development objective of this Public Finance Review is to inform policy makers about the efficiency, effectiveness, and equity of tax policy and public expenditures, while maintaining macro stability.