About the Spring Meetings
The 2026 Spring Meetings of the International Monetary Fund and the World Bank Group brought together global leaders to explore one central challenge: creating jobs and accelerating growth through better policies.
Read the Wrap-Up story and watch the full series of event replays exploring how policy reform, partnerships, and data-driven tools can deliver real-world impact.
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Water Forward
One of the week's major announcements was the launch of Water Forward, a global initiative to strengthen water security and expand economic opportunity.
Key Questions Explored
- Which policies are most effective in creating jobs at scale?
- How can countries strengthen the conditions for sustainable growth?
- What does it take to deliver results across sectors and regions?
- How can tools like the Target Map make progress more transparent and accountable?
Watch Anytime
All Spring Meetings public events remain available to watch on demand on World Bank Live.
News & Stories
IMMERSIVE STORY | APRIL 20, 2026
Jobs, Water Forward, and 2030 Targets: World Bank Group 2026 Spring Meetings Highlights
STATEMENT | APRIL 16, 2026
MDB Common Approach to Measuring Jobs Outcomes
PRESS RELEASE | APRIL 15, 2026
WBG Launches Initiative to Improve Water Security for 1 Billion People
STATEMENT | APRIL 13, 2026
Joint Statement by the Heads of the International Energy Agency, International Monetary Fund, and World Bank Group
PUBLICATION | APRIL 08, 2026
The latest regional economic updates are out!
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Building on the themes discussed during the Spring Meetings, these deep‑dive events explore how policy choices shape growth, jobs, and resilience across regions. Experts unpack findings from the Regional Economic Updates and related analysis, connecting evidence to real‑world outcomes.