developing nation

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Malpass, who ran the World Bank from 2019 to 2023, also said that Beijing's claim to be a developing nation was no longer credible.

From BBC • May 12, 2026

Papua New Guinea is a diverse, developing nation of mostly subsistence farmers where some 800 languages are spoken.

From Seattle Times • Jan. 10, 2024

And Brazil, a developing nation, has heavy demand for socioeconomic benefits.

From Washington Times • May 7, 2023

While it is the world's second-biggest economy, the United Nations classifies China as a developing nation.

From Reuters • Nov. 19, 2022

Bahamas, The:   The Bahamas is a stable, developing nation with an   economy heavily dependent on tourism and offshore banking.

From The 2001 CIA World Factbook by United States. Central Intelligence Agency