IFC in Europe and Central Asia

In FY07, IFC invested $1.8 billion in Europe and Central Asia, with the largest share of investments going to Russia and Turkey. These investments cover a wide range of sectors, including financial markets, agribusiness, IT, manufacturing, infrastructure and retail. More...

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IFC Helps Magadan SMEs Enter Mining Supply Chains
Since IFC started working in Magadan in April 2002, local SMEs in the mining supply chain have concluded 14 mining supply chain contracts, totaling over $3 million dollars.
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IFC Helps Southeast European Countries Improve Corporate Governance Practices
Bulgaria recently adopted its first corporate governance code with help from IFC’s Global Corporate Governance Forum. Full story... Full Story »

Building Relationships in the Ukrainian Construction Industry
IFC’s Ukraine Leasing Development Project designed a public education campaign aimed to increase awareness of leasing among entrepreneurs and the number of lessors. To reach potential lessees in the ... Full Story »

IFC Expands Its Reach in Central Asia, Helping Smaller Businesses
A major focus of IFC's strategy in Central Asia is support for smaller enterprises, which are crucial to the region's development and economic growth. Full Story »