New World Bank chief confirms commitment to environment
by Larry Elliott in Washington from Economics | The Guardian on (#4CT62)
Trump appointee David Malpass says climate change action plan remains a priority
Donald Trump's choice to run the World Bank has moved swiftly to allay fears that his appointment will lead to a softening of the organisation's approach to climate change.
In his first day at the helm of the Washington-based institution, David Malpass said helping developing countries cope with global warming would remain central to the bank's mission.
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