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Modest protests greet IMF-World Bank meetings in Bangkok

Original: IMF-World Bank meetings draw modest protests in Bangkok over growing inequality

The IMF and World Bank are holding meetings in Bangkok, and small protests have taken place in the city over growing inequality. Demonstrators are voicing frustration at the institutions' economic policies, which critics say widen the gap between rich and poor. US outlets including The Washington Post report that turnout has been modest, with no major disruption to the gatherings so far.

Why now: The IMF and World Bank meetings are currently under way in Bangkok, drawing attention to criticism of their handling of global inequality.

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