Implementing Agencies

African Development Bank (AfDB)

Asian Development Bank (ADB)

ADB was conceived amid the postwar rehabilitation and reconstruction of the early 1960s. The vision was of a financial institution that would be Asian in character and foster economic growth and cooperation in the region - then one of the poorest in the world. The Philippines capital of Manila was chosen to host the new institution - the Asian Development Bank - which opened its doors on 19 December 1966, with 31 members to serve a predominantly agricultural region. Through the years, ADB's work and assistance levels has expanded alongside its membership as the region has undergone far-reaching changes.

European Bank for Reconstruction and Development(EBRD)

The EBRD is composed of a multinational staff and in-house Board of Directors representing shareholders (61 countries plus the European Community and European Investment Bank).

Food and Agricultural Organization (FAO)

The Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations was founded in 1945 with a mandate to raise levels of nutrition and standards of living, to improve agricultural productivity, and to better the condition of rural populations.

Inter-American Development Bank (IDB)

IDB Headquarters

International Bank for Reconstruction and Development (WB)

The main focus is on helping the poorest people and the poorest countries, but for all its clients the Bank emphasizes the need for: Investing in people, particularly through basic health and education Focusing on social development, inclusion, governance, and institution-building as key elements of poverty reduction Strengthening the ability of the governments to deliver quality services, efficiently and transparently Protecting the environment Supporting and encouraging private business development Promoting reforms to create a stable macroeconomic environment, conducive to investment and long-term planning.

International Fund for Agriculture and Development (IFAD)

United Nations Development Programme (UNDP)

he UN's global development network It advocates for change and connects countries to knowledge, experience and resources to help people build a better life.

United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP)

To provide leadership and encourage partnership in caring for the environment by inspiring, informing, and enabling nations and peoples to improve their quality of life without compromising that of future generations.

United Nations Industrial Development Organization (UNIDO)

Its mission is to help countries pursue sustainable industrial development. economic development improves tax revenues and makes it possible for governments to achieve lasting social advance and poverty alleviation.

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