What is the World Bank?

The video explains the role of the World Bank in providing loans to developing countries to promote economic development. It compares the World Bank's mission to that of the International Monetary Fund, highlighting its focus on financing specific projects with developmental impacts. The World Bank is part of the World Bank Group, affiliated with the United Nations, and works with international organizations to fund these projects. The video also discusses the evaluation process for proposed projects and the conditions that may be attached to funding, which can influence international law and policy.

What role does the World Bank Group play in relation to developing countries?

In what ways can the funding conditions set by the World Bank affect international law and policy?