In today’s turbulent global landscape, rising protectionism, volatile markets, and geopolitical tensions are reshaping the financing scene for developing countries. Affordable, long-term funding is vital for inclusive, sustainable development that benefits billions of people.
The Fourth International Conference on Financing for Development (FfD4), set in Seville, Spain from June 30 to July 3, offers a crucial platform for coordinated global action. Decision makers from around the world are gathering to tackle widening financing gaps, declining official development assistance, and soaring debt burdens that limit investment in areas like rural transformation, food systems, and climate resilience. 💪🌱
Since the groundbreaking conference in Monterrey in 2002, multiple crises have driven the need for smart financial solutions. Institutions such as the International Fund for Agricultural Development (IFAD) are bridging global development goals with tailored, country-level initiatives in agrifood systems and rural development.
This drive for sustainable financing is a rallying call for professionals, students, and changemakers alike. By turning global commitment into real local impact, FfD4 could spark the transformative change needed to build a resilient future for all. 🚀🌍
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From global commitment to local impact: scaling up development finance
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