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Ukraine must cope not only with the ongoing war of aggression afflicting the country and with the emergencies that result; it must also plan for the future. To help the country tackle the multiple c...
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Bid invitations and procurement
Here at AFD, we monitor the proper use of our financing. To do so, we impart the general principles of our competitive bidding procedures to the contracting authorities which receive AFD financing. We...
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Agence Française de Développement issues a €1.5 billion 2.750% RegS Sustainable benchmark due 30th September 2...
On Wednesday June 11th, Agence Française de Développement (AFD), rated AA- / AA- (S&P / Fitch) (Negative / Negative) issued a new €1.5 billion Sustainable benchmark bond maturing on September 30th, 20...
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Promoting the financing of sustainable infrastructure in north-eastern Brazil
By strengthening its financing offer for sustainable infrastructure, Banco do Nordeste contributes to increasing investments with positive impacts on the climate and on reducing social inequalities in...
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Overseas France: shared solutions for shared oceans
Faced with disruptions linked to climate change and the degradation of their ecosystems, the French Overseas Territories are mobilizing. Through nature-based solutions, regional cooperation, and scien...
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Financing the transition to a low-carbon economy in Brazil
In Brazil, AFD is collaborating with BNDES to finance public policies for sustainable development. This partnership has enabled the financing of major infrastructure projects in the energy and transpo...
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Promoting sustainable investments and the bioeconomy in Amazônia Legal
Through innovative and tailored financial instruments, Banco da Amazônia is paving the way for a prosperous Brazilian Amazon that benefits both its people and its precious eco-systems.
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Infographic - Our activity in favor of Energy Transition in 2024
In 2024, AFD Group allocated €2.5 billion in financing to the energy sector, to accelerate renewable energy production, upgrade grids and improve energy efficiency, including through a buildings progr...
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Energy Transition - Activity report 2024
Supporting the energy transition in developing and emerging countries is key to achieving climate targets. It is also a real opportunity for development, aligned with the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable D...
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Public-Private Partnership (PPP)
By mobilizing the private sector, public-private partnerships (PPPs) address the challenges of developing essential infrastructure and services. AFD Group supports the creation of enabling conditions...
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Assessing economic exposure to nature-related risks
The accelerated degradation of biodiversity exposes economic and financial activities to systemic risks comparable to those associated with climate change. We propose a method for assessing the socio-...
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Infographic - Our climate commitments in 2024
In 2024, AFD Group committed €7.7 billion of climate finance in developing countries and overseas territories, including €3.1 BN dedicated to adaptation. Key figures, flagship programs, impacts: di...
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Nature – Activity report 2024
In 2024, AFD Group reached a new milestone with the decision to align 100% of its operations with the goals of the Kunming-Montreal Global Biodiversity Framework. AFD Group is stepping up to help meet...
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Evaluation of a cluster of projects responding to the Beirut port explosion
On August 4, 2020, the explosion at the port of Beirut severely impacted the Lebanese capital. Immediately mobilized within Team France, the AFD funded a multisectoral response to support the city’s r...
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Strengthening Lebanon’s health sector during the crisis
High-level ceremony at Bazourieh PHCC highlights continued support to primary healthcare across Lebanon
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From Delhi to Paris: India on the path to resilient urban waste management
Faced with rapid urbanization, India is grappling with a major challenge: organizing, modernizing, and financing its solid waste management system. From 7 to 9 July 2025, a delegation of senior Indian...
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Reassessing the Role of Special Economic Zones in Africa
This study evaluates the role of Special Economic Zones (SEZs) in Africa using newly compiled datasets covering over 230 zones across 43 countries. It examines SEZ impacts on export diversification, t...
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Reducing inequalities and promoting inclusion - Activity report 2024
One of the 2030 Agenda’s seventeen Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) is focused on reducing inequality (SDG 10), viewed as one of the most effective strategies for eradicating poverty and ensuring...
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Infographic – Our activity to support reducing inequalities and promoting inclusion in 2024
The Group’s new 2025-2030 Strategic Orientation Plan demonstrates its commitment to promoting fairer and more inclusive societies.
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