Andrea Engel

Head IFC London. Country Manager UK, Ireland, Spain.

[Andrea Engel @AndreaIFC]

OTD in 1945, the U.S. Army liberated #Mauthausen. Among the liberated was my great-uncle, Carlos Cabeza prisoner 3178 (in white shirt, after liberation), imprisoned along thousands of other Spanish republicans. Many died to defend democracy. #neverforget

[Andrea Engel @AndreaIFC]

@GitaGopinath @GitaGopinath shocked at the comments. Thx for continuing to highlight!

[Jenny Chapman @JennyChapman]

The UK is backing global organisations with proven results.

Great to discuss with new @WorldBank MD @Paschald how the @WBG_IDA Fund is unlocking £4 for every £1 we invest.

This supports 1.9 billion people affected by global challenges like #climatechange & conflict.

[Andrea Engel @AndreaIFC]

@rochowanski Couldn’t agree more !

[Anna Bjerde @bjerde_anna]

Developing countries paid more in external debt between 2022 and 2024 than they received in new financing—the largest gap in 50 years.

Putting debt on a sustainable path is key to protecting investments in health, education & infrastructure.

#IDR2025 https://t.co/WqXKM4G8Ig

[The Sustainable Markets Initiative @TheSMI]

The SMI yesterday convened Heads of State & Government, including our Founder His Majesty King Charles III, Presidents of MDBs & DFIs, and global CEOs with one mission: Scale up private capital into emerging & developing economies – at speed and at scale
@RoyalFamily

[Andrea Engel @AndreaIFC]

@BBCWorld Going up and down that mountain in the bus was one of the scariest experiences of my life.

[Axel van Trotsenburg @Axel_vanT]

.@WorldBank was founded in 1944 to rebuild a world emerging from war. Over time, that mission evolved to end poverty on a livable planet. I spoke with @France24’s @ChPilgrim to share reflections from nearly 40 years of service. Watch my interview: https://t.co/9kGeqjwyHq

[Andrea Engel @AndreaIFC]

@FT Great article !

[Makhtar Diop @Diop_IFC]

Delighted to join @WorldBank Group President Ajay Banga and partners for the launch of #AgriConnect at the #WBGMeetings.

Together, we’re investing in smallholder farmers—expanding their access to inputs, infrastructure, finance, skills, and markets to drive job creation and improve food security across emerging economies.

[Mayor of London, Sadiq Khan @MayorofLondon]

🚴‍♀️ London has done it.

We’ve just been crowned Europe’s favourite city for cycling, a fantastic recognition of the progress we’ve made to make our city greener and more accessible for all. Our cycling boom is good for Londoners and is putting us on the map for cycle tourism.

[Sadiq Khan @SadiqKhan]

London has been ranked the world’s #1 city for 2025 - for the 10th year in a row! 👏🏾🏆

This recognition speaks to the strength and vibrancy of our capital.

From our cultural institutions to our nightlife, London remains a place for everyone ⬇️

https://t.co/tcu8stKucE

[Mark Carney @MarkJCarney]

Today at the @G7 Summit, I welcomed the leaders of more nations and institutions that will help shape the global economy of tomorrow.  

We’re forging new international partnerships — for greater security, and shared prosperity.

[World Bank Group @WorldBankGroup]

The @WorldBank’s #Mission300 initiative is closing the energy gap, bringing real electricity to 300 million people in Africa by 2030.

[Ed Mountfield @EdMountfield]

Call for Submissions! I’m pleased to share that the @WorldBank Group, @MIGA and the @FinancialTimes/@FTLive launched the 2nd annual Africa Sustainable Futures Awards.

If your company is driving sustainable job creation in Africa through innovation and impact, please apply!

[Andrea Engel @AndreaIFC]

Thank you to your visit to the WBG London. We were privileged to host you!

[Makhtar Diop @Diop_IFC]

One of the highlights of my travels is meeting our incredible local teams. Great to connect with colleagues in the UK—dedicated professionals working under the @WorldBank Group’s joint office to maximize impact in emerging markets.

Alongside @EthiopisTafara, Mohamed Gouled & Ndiame Diop, we saw firsthand how the London office drives capital mobilization, engages key stakeholders, and builds business with European sponsors across sectors.

[World Bank Group @WorldBankGroup]

.@WorldBank Group's role in job creation by focusing on infrastructure, regulatory policies, & private sector growth. Through IBRD, @WBG_IDA, @IFC_org & @MIGA, we provide expertise, policy support & create environments for sustainable economic growth. https://t.co/rLfBiHU3tT

[IFC @IFC_org]

The best way to eliminate poverty is through job creation. As 1.2B young people prepare to enter the workforce, we must focus on providing them with the skills and opportunities they need to succeed. Watch Ajay at @TheEconomicClub: https://t.co/jK26m8QhnC

[Alfonso García Mora @agarmora]

Ajay Banga: Development is how we compete, grow and stay secure https://t.co/wKbDK0NKpw

[World Bank Group @WorldBankGroup]

Ajay at @TheEconomicClub highlighted @WorldBank Group's focus on job creation. https://t.co/aTQJkIUszU

[World Bank Group @WorldBankGroup]

The best way to eliminate poverty is through job creation.

As 1.2B young people prepare to enter the workforce, we must focus on providing them with the skills and opportunities they need to succeed.

Watch Ajay at @TheEconomicClub: https://t.co/hggDzEP2gt