World Bank approves US$50 million support for Egypt to fight coronavirus

World Bank approves US$50 million support for Egypt to fight coronavirus

The World Bank has approved US$50 million to support Egypt's fight against the coronavirus, with the bank explaining in a Sunday statement that this project will help strengthen Egypt's prevention, detection and response to the virus.. "We acknowledge the efforts undertaken by the World Bank Group at these unprecedented times," the minister said.. The World Bank Country Director for Egypt, Yemen and Djibouti, Marina Wes said that the World Bank is moving quick to help Egypt in its response to the pandemic and its health care.. Both Egypt and the World Bank are discussing future cooperation and support to dampen the short-team impact of the coronavirus, according to the statement, which includes supporting the most vulnerable people and accelerating the nation's recovery..