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.

2024 África, Informe De Desarrollo Sustentable

El 2024 África, Informe de Desarrollo Sustentable (ASDR) revisa el estado de la implementación de los dos programas en África y ofrece recomendaciones de política para facilitar su consecución. Como en años anteriores, el 2024 informe se alinea con el tema y los correspondientes Objetivos de Desarrollo Sostenible (Ods) de el foro político de alto nivel sobre el desarrollo sostenible (HLPF) seleccionados para cualquier año en particular.

Documento de Posición común sobre el Futuro de la Política de Cohesión con un Enfoque en Garantizar la Flexibilidad Regional y Promover la Simplificación

Este documento presenta las perspectivas y preocupaciones de las asociaciones y redes sobre el futuro de la Política de Cohesión en Europa. Se destaca la política de importancia en el fomento del desarrollo regional y apoyo a la verde y digital de las transiciones. Además, se pone de relieve el importante papel desempeñado por sus miembros en la aplicación de la Política de Cohesión, aprovechando su fuerte presencia en las economías locales.

El desarrollo de América latina sistema bancario: campos estratégicos de acción y el alcance de la arquitectura financiera internacional

El documento analiza los retos y oportunidades que enfrentan los bancos de desarrollo en América latina y el Caribe en medio de la económica, la ambiental y la crisis de salud desde el año 2020, agravada por las tensiones geopolíticas. Destaca la necesidad de abordar las cuestiones clave como el cambio climático, la digitalización, la transición energética y el apoyo a las Pyme, mientras que el fortalecimiento de la gobernanza y la rendición de cuentas.