Question and Answer System
The Q & A system is a joint initiative of the World Bank and the PNoWB that enables members of parliaments and their staff to submit questions online on all aspects of the World Bank’s work and receive a detailed answer within several days.
The Q & A system makes it easier for MPs to access information about World Bank projects and policies.
You can submit your query to the World Bank by accessing the following links:
- Submit your question in English
- Submit your question in French
- Submit your question in Spanish
- Submit your question in Arabic
If you need further assistance, please contact PNoWB at: secretariat@pnowb.org
You can address your question directly to PNoWB and we will make sure you receive an answer from the appropriate Bank office or representative.
PNoWB member Tioulong Saumura, MP, Cambodia recently emailed the Chair of the PNoWB Board Bert Koenders, expressing her concern over corruption related to World Bank funds.
She subsequently received an answer from the World Bank Country Office.
Download Tioulong Saumura's Email Letter
Download Answer from the World Bank
The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has launched a new website for legislators, which includes a discussion forum to fast track PNoWB members’ questions to the organisation: www.imf.org/legislators
Recent Questions and Answers
Q: Je suis chef du service des relations avec les assemblées au ministère des relations avec les institutions parlementaires nationales régionales et sous régionales. Je souhaite savoir dans quelle mesure la banque mondiale peut aider les parlementaires à jouer leur rôle dans la mise en oeuvre des stratégies de réduction de la pauvreté et l'atteinte des Objectif du Millénaire pour le Développement.(Mme. Marième Kane Diallo, ministère des relations avec les institutions parlementaires, Sénégal)
Download Answer from the World Bank
Q: I am seeking best practices information relating to micro-credit for women i.e. how to structure institutions programs lending practices etc.
(From: Mr. Roy Cullen, MP, Member of the Finance Committee, Canada)
Download Answer from the World Bank
PNoWB members are also able to address their questions directly to the World Bank President, on the occasion of the PNoWB Annual Conference.