Road to comprehensive security: Development banking forging the future of Latin America
This document analyzes how the multiple global crises -such as pandemics, climate change, geopolitical tensions and digital transformation- have revealed systemic vulnerabilities that require a new comprehensive security approach that goes beyond the military, encompassing climate, economic, energy, digital, social and labor dimensions. Nine chapters examine these sectoral areas and their impact on Latin America and the Caribbean.
NAVIGATING GREEN PUBLIC FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT: A REFERENCE GUIDE FOR MINISTRY OF FINANCE OFFICIALS
This Green Public Financial Management (GPFM) Toolkit, developed by GIZ and co-financed by the EU and BMZ, supports Ministries of Finance and policymakers in integrating environmental priorities into fiscal systems. Featuring 72 global resources, it guides reform assessment, implementation, and capacity-building. The toolkit emphasizes thematic and geographic diversity, offering practical tools for sustainable finance and climate-resilient development, especially in Global South contexts.
European Public Investment Outlook (EPIO)
Investing in the Structural Transformation: 2024 European Public Investment Outlook highlights the urgent need for strategic, well-coordinated public investment in the EU. It emphasizes industrial policy focused on sustainability, innovation, and resilience. Featuring country analyses and thematic insights, the volume calls for stronger EU integration, long-term planning, and public-private collaboration to address climate change, technological gaps, and global competitiveness challenges.
PUBLIC DEVELOPMENT BANKS – ARTS, CULTURE AND SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT WHY? WHAT? AND HOW?
This 2025 study highlights how Public Development Banks (PDBs) can leverage arts and culture to drive sustainable development. It maps global initiatives supporting creative industries, heritage preservation, and cultural access. Emphasizing both economic and social impacts, the report calls for more institutionalized cultural support within PDBs, promoting financial innovation, cross-sector collaboration, and integration of culture into broader development strategies.
Powering innovation: future- proofing DFIS for Sustainable Development
This special issue of DevTalk Magazine highlights the 48th ADFIAP Annual Meetings in Muscat, Oman, focusing on innovation, sustainability, and digital transformation in development finance. It showcases ADFIAPNET, award-winning initiatives, and thought leadership from member institutions. The publication emphasizes how DFIs are driving inclusive growth, supporting green finance, and adapting to future challenges across Asia and the Pacific.
Mapping AADFI Member State of Readiness to Access Climate Finance
The study assesses the readiness of African Development Finance Institutions (DFIs) to access climate finance. It examines their commitment to the energy transition, challenges in implementing green financing, and the support needed in capacity building and technical assistance. It highlights regulatory barriers, lack of expertise, and limited funding access, recommending capacity strengthening and streamlined accreditation processes.
AADFI releases the Results of the 14th Peer Review of African DFIs
This report presents the validated results of the self-assessment received from member institutions of the Association of African Development Finance Institutions (AADFI) that participated in the 2024 PSGRS Peer Review as well as the rating on the basis of some development impact criteria.
2024 Africa Sustainable Development Report
The 2024 Africa Sustainable Development Report (ASDR) reviews the status of the implementation of the two Agendas in Africa and offers policy recommendations to facilitate their attainment. As in previous years, the 2024 report aligns with the theme and corresponding Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) of the high-level political forum on sustainable development (HLPF) selected for any particular year.
Common Position Paper on the Future of Cohesion Policy with a Focus on Ensuring Regional Flexibility and Promoting Simplification
This document presents the perspectives and concerns of associations and networks regarding the future of Cohesion Policy in Europe. It highlights the policy’s importance in fostering regional development and supporting the green and digital transitions. Additionally, it underscores the significant role played by their members in implementing Cohesion Policy, leveraging their strong presence in local economies.
Latin American development banking system: strategic fields of action and scope of the international financial architecture
The document discusses the challenges and opportunities faced by development banks in Latin America and the Caribbean amid economic, environmental, and health crises since 2020, compounded by geopolitical tensions. It highlights the need to address key issues like climate change, digitalization, energy transition, and support for SMEs, while strengthening governance and accountability.