The Global Economy Flashcards
International Financial Institution that provides financial
and technical assistance to developing countries for development programs.It has 185 country-members and has a staff of about 10,000 all over the world.
World Bank
Founded in 1944 at the Bretton Woods Conference to finance the
reconstruction of countries affected by WWII.It has 181 member countries.
The International Bank of Reconstruction and Development (IBRD)
Established in 1960
. Assist the poorest developing countries.
The International Development Association (IDA)
Established in 1956 to reduce poverty and improve people’s lives in an
environmentally and socially responsible manner.It has 174 members.
The Internal Finance Corporation (IDFC)
Established in 1988
.Helps developing countries to attract foreign investment.Provides investment marketing services and legal advisory services to its
152 members
The Multilateral Investment Guarantee Agency (MIGA)
Established in 1966 to promote increased flow of international investment
The International Centre for Settlement of Investment Disputes (ICSID)
is an organization of 189 countries,
working to foster global monetary cooperation, secure financial stability,
facilitate international trade, promote high employment and sustainable
economic growth, and reduce poverty around the world.
International Monetary Fund: