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Why Do Multilateral Development Banks Finance Repeat Offenders?
April 2023
In this month’s edition of the Console Newsletter, Communities Fellow Sara Jaramillo examines why multilateral development banks (MDBs) continue to empower clients that have a clear history of violating safeguards and causing harm to communities. Through analyzing MDB financing of the Nepal Electricity Authority, as well as data found in project databases, the article argues that MDBs should strengthen their commitment to doing no harm by reviewing clients’ compliance record and requiring additional safeguard measures for repeat offenders.
Research: Why do Multilateral Development Banks finance repeat offenders?
By Sara Jaramillo — April 3, 2023
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Public Consultation on IFC/MIGA Approach to Remedial Action
The proposed IFC/MIGA Approach to Remedial Action and the draft IFC responsible exit principles are still available for public consultation through April 13. The feedback gathered during the consultation process will be considered as the proposed IFC/MIGA Approach to Remedial Action and the draft IFC responsible exit principles are refined.