Competitiveness. Strategy Document
By RES & SDS (07/03, GN-2243-1, En, Es) See also Microenterprise
The strategy document (GN-2243-1) was favorably reviewed by the IDB Board of Executive Directors on July 23, 2003.
In accordance with the areas of activity identified in the Eighth Replenishment, the Bank?s Competitiveness Strategy establishes a framework to assist member countries to make improvements in their economic and institutional environments in order to promote the sustainable development of productive economic activities and increase productivity. Increases in productivity are key to economic growth and poverty reduction. In addition, progress in productivity is sustainable only if it also contributes to environmental improvements and conservation. The actions proposed by the strategy focus on correcting or compensating defects in the functioning of relevant markets for the competitiveness of all firms and include specific actions for micro and small enterprises.
Last updated: 05/08/07
