(July 24, 2000) Probe International argues for better alternatives to Canadian-backed Challilo dam in Belize.
Involuntary Chinese resettlement – summary of events
(July 20, 2000) Project Cancelled! This article details the events leading to the cancellation of the China Western Poverty Reduction Project.
World Bank scuttles loan to China
(July 8, 2000) In a significant move, the World Bank cancels loans for the China Western Poverty Reduction Project.
Nepal picks U.S. firm to build hydropower plant
(July 7, 2000) Eurorient Investment Group is selected to construct the 402 megawatt (MW) Arun III hydroelectric project.
China resettlement plan killed by World Bank’s rich nations
(July 7, 2000) The World Bank announces their withdrawal from the sensitive "anti-poverty" project.
U.S. threat over ‘unfair’ exports: Canada’s EDC targeted
(July 6, 2000) This article, co-written by PI’s Executive Director, appeared on the front page of the National Post.
Leaked report blasts World Bank on China-Tibet resettlement scheme
(July 6, 2000) This PI news release details concerns over the China Western Poverty Reduction Project.
We need more World and a lot less Bank
(July 6, 2000) World Bank and IMF policies have failed the poor, the environment and participating nations.
Statement read by Terrie O’Leary, World Bank Executive Director for Canada
(July 6, 2000) Canada’s Executive Director to the World Bank explains her position on the China Western Poverty Reduction Project.
U.S. threat over ‘unfair’ exports: Canada’s EDC targeted
(July 6, 2000) This article, co-written by PI’s Executive Director, appeared on the front page of the National Post.
EDC tempts a trade war
(July 6, 2000) The OECD is tired of Canada’s EDC flouting international trade rules, writes Patricia Adams. Now the clock is ticking toward a confrontation.
A misguided World Bank project
(July 5, 2000) Tomorrow the World Bank’s board of executive directors will consider how to proceed with a $40 million loan to China.
Export Credit Agency finance in sub-Saharan Africa
(July 1, 2000) ECA activities in Africa are linked to mismanagement, environmental disruption, corruption, and increasing social conflict.
World Bank loans to China approved
(June 30, 2000) World Bank approves loans for the Yangtze Dike Strengthening Project and the Hubei Water and Environment Project.
German government report blasts Maheshwar Dam
(June 28, 2000) The German Ministry of Economic Cooperation and Development today released a strongly critical review of resettlement for the Maheshwar Dam on India’s Narmada River.
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