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US Supreme Court opens the way for the World Bank Group to be held accountable.

7/3/2019

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In this historic ruling, the US Supreme Court has rendered the World Bank Group  accountable for its lending lending practices. Lending for  projects that inflict human rights abuses on local communities is no longer immune to legal challenge. 

Counterview's article here.

Full ruling here.

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7/4/2023 12:25:08 am

This is a groundbreaking decision by the US Supreme Court, holding the World Bank Group responsible for their lending practices. It's a significant step towards ensuring that lending for projects that harm local communities and violate human rights can no longer go unchecked. This ruling sets an important precedent for holding international financial institutions accountable and serves as a powerful tool for protecting vulnerable communities from exploitation. Kudos to the Supreme Court for upholding justice and promoting accountability in the lending industry.




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1/2/2024 02:18:08 pm

This is a significant and historic ruling by the US Supreme Court, as it paves the way for holding the World Bank Group accountable for its lending practices, particularly in cases where projects result in human rights abuses in local communities. This decision highlights the importance of ensuring that international organizations are subject to legal scrutiny and can be held responsible for their actions. It sets a precedent for addressing human rights violations linked to development projects financed by international institutions.

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9/5/2024 06:01:43 am

This article brings hopeful news about holding powerful institutions like the World Bank Group accountable for their actions. It's a significant step towards justice, ensuring that communities affected by harmful projects have a voice and legal recourse. This ruling empowers individuals and communities who have long been marginalized and harmed by the World Bank's lending practices. It's heartening to see the US Supreme Court taking a stand for human rights and setting a precedent for accountability on a global scale. This decision inspires hope for a fairer world where everyone's rights are respected and protected. Great job on sharing this important information!

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10/5/2024 06:11:17 am

This article offers encouraging news about the accountability of powerful institutions like the World Bank Group for their actions. It represents a substantial stride towards justice, guaranteeing that communities impacted by detrimental projects have a platform and legal options. The ruling emboldens individuals and communities who have historically been marginalized and affected by the World Bank's lending policies. It's uplifting to witness the US Supreme Court advocating for human rights and establishing a standard for accountability worldwide. This decision sparks optimism for a more equitable world where everyone's rights are upheld and defended. Excellent work in disseminating this vital information!

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28/8/2024 07:04:01 am

This article is so inspiring and uplifting! It shows how powerful institutions like the World Bank Group are being held accountable for their actions, which is such a big step toward justice. Knowing that communities affected by harmful projects now have a voice and legal recourse feels like a huge win for human rights. The fact that the US Supreme Court is standing up for fairness on a global scale is truly heartening. This decision gives hope for a world where everyone’s rights are respected. The way the article explains this important ruling really helped me understand its significance. Great job on sharing such encouraging news!

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28/8/2024 07:29:29 am

This article is truly uplifting! It’s amazing to hear about the US Supreme Court holding the World Bank Group accountable for its actions. This ruling is such a big deal because it gives a voice to communities that have been hurt by the World Bank's projects and ensures they have legal options. It’s really encouraging to see justice being served on a global level and to know that human rights are being defended. Your article made me understand how important this decision is and why it gives hope for a fairer world. Thank you for sharing this inspiring news so clearly!


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5/5/2025 07:46:31 am

According to the ruling, what type of lending for projects is no longer immune to legal challenge?

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