Search News
Ilan Goldfajn Elected IDB President
November 20, 2022
(Updated to add the starting date)
Ilan Goldfajn was elected president of the Inter-American Development Bank (IDB) today during a Special Meeting of the Bank’s Board of Governors. The meeting was held at IDB Headquarters in Washington, D.C., with delegations attending virtually and in person.
Nominated by Brazil, Goldfajn will take office for a five-year term on December 19, 2022.
2022-11-20
IDB and IDB Invest Gain Board Support on Vision 2025 and Path Toward Capitalization
March 21, 2021
IDB President Mauricio Claver-Carone details “Vision 2025,” as Bank’s agenda focuses on recovery and sustainable growth for region at first Annual Meeting in two years.
Board of Governors approves resolution on recapitalization discussions, supports “Vision 2025.”
BARRANQUILLA, Colombia – The Inter-American Development Bank's Board of Governors approved a resolution authorizing the analytic work required to consider a potential capital increase, and overwhelmingly supported the IDB’s “
2021-03-21
Ecuador to strengthen its fiscal sustainability with IDB support
April 24, 2019
$500 million in financing will protect macroeconomic stability and social spending
Ecuador will strengthen its fiscal sustainability with $500 million in financing approved by the Inter-American Development Bank (IDB).
IIC Launches $80 Mln Initiative to Improve SME Corporate Governance in Latin America and the Caribbean
March 16, 2013
New initiative to help export-oriented SMEs to meet international best practices in corporate governance, facilitating access to long-term financing
The Inter-American Investment Corporation (IIC) is launching a new $80 million initiative for direct lending to small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in Latin America and the Caribbean. The initiative will provide loans and technical assistance packages to help export-oriented SMEs meet emerging international best practices in corporate governance.
Bolivia will improve urban restructuring in La Ceja with IDB loan
February 14, 2013
A $47 million loan will focus on supporting the Autonomous Municipal Government of El Alto in developing its urban infrastructure, citizen services and planning capabilities.
IDB’s Moreno calls for Closer Ties with China and launches new programs with Chinese financial institutions
September 16, 2011
IDB President meets with top Chinese officials on two-day visit that highlighted areas in which the two regions could share their expertise
BEIJING, China – China and Latin America and the Caribbean should join forces to tackle development challenges such as education, urbanization and climate change, Luis Alberto Moreno, President of the Inter-American Development Bank (IDB), told Chinese officials during a visit.
IDB releases its 2010 Development Effectiveness Report
March 23, 2011
Report evaluates Bank’s efforts in measuring its development impact in Latin America and the Caribbean
The Inter-American Development Bank (IDB) has made strides to boost transparency, accountability and enhance the development impact of its investments in Latin America and the Caribbean, according to the new edition of the IDB’s 2010 Development Effectiveness Overview.
Recycling: an opportunity for change in Colombia
February 14, 2011
Colombians change their life and transform their family’s financial situation through a recycling project supported by the IDB
Óscar Restrepo never imagined that recycling garbage could change his life. Previously a construction worker, he now owns a small business that gives him a monthly income of US$490 a month; six years ago his monthly earnings were only US$40.
IDB confirms strong support for Barbados and announces new Country Strategy
November 26, 2009
The Board of Executive Directors of the Inter-American Development Bank announced today the approval of the Country Strategy with Barbados for 2009-2013, affirming the IDB’s commitment to partner with the Government of Barbados on some of the country’s most important development priorities.
Sovereign-guaranteed lending is expected to be around $200 million over the five-year period and net cash flows from the Bank to Barbados are also expected to be positive in all years.
IDB helps Brazil to improve federal administration and boost quality of public expenditure
October 06, 2009
The Inter-American Development Bank approved a $28.6 million loan to help modernize the instruments that support the Brazilian federal government's decision-making processes to help it improve the quality and management of public expenditure.