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“While the World Bank is an inter-governmental institution, drawing its funds from member governments and run by a board of directors nominated by member governments, its policies have increasingly become sensitive to civil society pressure and NGO agendas.” quote by Sanjaya Baru
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“While the World Bank is an inter-governmental institution, drawing its funds from member governments and run by a board of directors nominated by member governments, its policies have increasingly become sensitive to civil society pressure and NGO agendas.”

Sanjaya Baru

About This Quote

World Bank policies increasingly reflect civil society and NGO influence, despite its governmental funding and governance structure.

In simple terms: NGOs shape World Bank actions.

Key Takeaway

Recognize non‑governmental influence.

Themes

governance civil society policy influence

Mood

analytical critical

Type

political institutional

When to use this quote

  • budget allocations
  • project approvals
  • stakeholder negotiations

Key Concepts

development economics international relations

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can transparency be improved?
  • What safeguards ensure balanced influence?
A Different Perspective

NGO pressure may not always align with broader public interest.

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