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Infrastructure offers a path of prosperity for the future

Home, schools, hospitals, roads, power stations… These are more than just constructions. They form the backbone of functioning lives. They mean shelter, education and health. They are about connecting communities to livelihoods, reducing inequalities and building resilience against shocks. And they are critical for sustaining peaceful, prosperous lives.

Essentially, infrastructure underpins sustainable development. And because it is built to last, it can define development trajectories for years to come. So, today’s infrastructure decisions matter for the futures of countries and communities.

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