IFC in Europe and Central Asia

IFC’s Role in Russia’s Agribusiness and Infrastructure
In June 2008, the 12th annual St. Petersburg International Economic Forum brought together more than 2,000 local and international businesspeople, experts, economists, and state officials to Russia’s second-largest city.
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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 »