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IDB Launches Process to Select and Support Startups Focused on Amazonian Biodiversity
July 19, 2023
The application period runs from July 24 to August 14.
2023-07-19
European Union-Latin America and Caribbean Partnership Key to Solving Regional and Global Challenges, Says IDB President
July 18, 2023
BRUSSELS – The European Union’s new investment strategy can strengthen the role of Latin America and the Caribbean (LAC) as a key part of the solution to regional and global challenges, including climate change, biodiversity and food insecurity, IDB President Ilan Goldfajn said at a historic summit between the two regions, which brought together governments from the European Union and the Community of Latin America and Caribbean States for the first time in eight years.
2023-07-18
EU–LAC Business and Political Leaders Hail New Era of Partnership Through Enhanced Investment and Cooperation
July 17, 2023
As part of the EU-CELAC Summit, the European Commission, Inter-American Development Bank (IDB) and the Development Bank of Latin America and the Caribbean (CAF) hosted the European Union (EU) – Latin America and Caribbean (LAC) Business Roundtable. Bringing together high level political and business leaders, participants discussed the EU-LAC Global Gateway Investment Agenda (GGIA).
2023-07-17
World Summit of Development Banks: Accreditation Open for Journalists
July 17, 2023
Journalists interested in covering the Finance in Common Summit (FiCS), to be held in Cartagena, Colombia, on September 4-6, 2023, can now register on the event's website.
All journalists wishing to cover the summit in person or online must register before August 20. Accredited journalists will have access to press conferences, plenaries, panels and keynote speeches. Journalists will be accredited upon approval by the organizers.
2023-07-17
Suriname Receives IDB Grant to Restore and Protect Mangroves
July 14, 2023
The Inter-American Development Bank (IDB) has approved a $1.52 million grant to restore and conserve mangroves in Suriname's Bigi Pan Multiple Use Management Area (MUMA) and promote sustainable livelihoods for local communities. This project, implemented with resources from the UK Blue Carbon Fund from the Department of Environment, Food and Rural Affairs (DEFRA), will be led by the esteemed Anton de Kom University of Suriname (AdeKUS).
2023-07-14
PPP Americas 2023: Public-Private Partnerships to Spur Economy and Sustainability
July 11, 2023
Panama to host premier regional PPP event
The Inter-American Development Bank Group (IDB Group) has partnered with the Government of Panama to organize the eleventh PPP Americas, the most important forum on public-private partnerships (PPP) in Latin America and the Caribbean.
2023-07-11
Amazonian Mayors and Representatives Redouble Commitment to Sustainable Urban Development
July 07, 2023
At the technical and scientific meeting held today in Leticia, Colombia, local and international representatives from the Amazon voiced their commitment to the region’s sustainable development.
2023-07-07
São Paulo State in Brazil to Enhance Highway Network with IDB Support
July 06, 2023
The Inter-American Development Bank (IDB) approved a $480 million loan as part of the State of São Paulo Highway Investment Program to sustainably boost the competitiveness of the state’s production chains. The operation will boost production capacity and international and national integration by connecting less developed regions.
2023-07-06
Colombia to Promote Sustainable Fiscal Policies with IDB Support
July 05, 2023
The Inter-American Development Bank (IDB) approved a $500 million loan for the Program to Support Sustainable and Equitable Fiscal Policies in Colombia, which aims to boost equity and long-term fiscal and environmental sustainability.
2023-07-05
Brazil to Promote New Models for Housing Vulnerable Populations
July 04, 2023
The Inter-American Development Bank (IDB) approved a $54.5 million loan to Brazil to launch new housing strategies and improve dwelling quality, primarily for low-income people.
2023-07-05