PRESS RELEASE - World Bank Approves US$17 Million for Competitiveness The Enhanced Competitiveness for International Market Integration Project seeks to strengthen the capacity and to provide technical leadership and coordinate the efforts of government agencies, municipalities, the private sector, civil society and donors in the field of competitiveness. More >> | 
Over the past 12 years, Nicaragua has witnessed a very significant transformation: from a nation torn by war, with its economy plunged into chaos, it has re-emerged as an inclusive democracy where the foundations for economic growth and sustainable development are being laid. Notwithstanding this progress, Nicaragua still remains among the poorest countries in the Western Hemisphere.
