Makhtar Diop

Managing Director of the International Finance Corporation (@IFC_org), a member of the @WorldBankGroup. Son of Africa.

[Makhtar Diop @Diop_IFC]

Indonesia’s ambition to reach high-income status by 2045 will require a more competitive, dynamic private sector.

Our new Country Private Sector Diagnostic identifies reforms in solar energy, data centers, and cold chain logistics that could unlock $15B in private investment and create up to 300,000 jobs. https://t.co/UmZ441FGje

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Reliable electricity is essential for businesses to thrive and economies to grow.

Pleased to see @IFC_org and EDP deepen their partnership with $301 million in new investments in Mexico and Brazil to expand clean energy, strengthen power grids, and support businesses and jobs across Latin America.
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Private capital is key to unlocking growth and jobs in emerging markets.

Delighted to join @nicolegoldin at @AtlanticCouncil during the #WBGMeetings to discuss de-risking investment, MSMEs, AI, and how we are transforming @IFC_org to mobilize private capital at scale by taking on greater risks, creating investment opportunities, and bringing more investors into developing economies.

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Excellent discussion with Finance Minister @YisrBarnieh on how @IFC_org can support Syria’s recovery, particularly through better connectivity, reliable energy and stronger food security.

Rebuilding Syria is about more than restoring infrastructure. It means reviving businesses, attracting investment and creating jobs and opportunities for its people. #WBGMeetings

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Good to reconnect with @EyobTolina, Governor of the National Bank of Ethiopia, to discuss how @IFC_org can help mobilize private investment in affordable housing, energy transmission, and agribusiness - expanding access to quality homes, strengthening food security, improving reliable power, creating jobs, and supporting Ethiopia’s growing workforce. #WBGMeetings

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Toujours un grand plaisir d’échanger avec Jean Lemierre, président de @BNPParibas. Une excellente coopération entre nos deux institutions, avec une ambition commune : mobiliser toujours davantage de capitaux privés au service du développement et de la croissance des économies émergentes. #WBGMeetings

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Very pleased to meet with Nepal’s Finance Minister @SwarnimWagle and @NepalRastraBank Governor Dr. Biswo Nath Poudel following the devastating floods that have affected communities and livelihoods in the country.

I reaffirmed @IFC_org’s solidarity and commitment to supporting Nepal’s recovery, building resilience to future shocks, and advancing reforms that enable a stronger private sector to drive growth and create jobs. #WBGMeetings

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Excellent conversation with Japan’s Vice Minister of Finance Atsushi Mimura. Looking forward to connecting more Japanese capital with opportunities that deliver development impact and financial returns. #WBGMeetings

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Supply chain finance helps small businesses get paid faster, access working capital and reach new markets.

A pleasure to co-chair today’s roundtable with @NOIweala. Our strong collaboration with @WTO and other MDBs is helping strengthen local financial systems and mobilize more private capital so businesses can trade, grow, and create jobs. #WBGMeetings

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A pleasure meeting MUFG President and Group CEO Junichi Hanzawa.

@IFC_org and MUFG have built a strong partnership in trade finance and sustainable investment. We explored new ways to combine our strengths, mobilize more private capital and support business growth and jobs in emerging markets. #WBGMeetings

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Pleased to meet Kiyeon Hwang, Chairman and CEO of the Export-Import Bank of Korea (KEXIM), a valued co-financing partner for @IFC_org.

We explored ways to deepen our collaboration and mobilize more long-term capital for investment in emerging markets, particularly in critical minerals and digital connectivity. #WBGMeetings

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Poland is one of Europe’s great economic success stories. Deepening its capital markets will be key to fueling its next phase of growth.

Good discussion with Finance Minister @Domanski_Andrz on how @IFC_org can help develop equity funds and capital markets, support investment in nuclear energy, and bring Polish innovation to emerging markets, creating new opportunities for businesses and jobs. #WBGMeetings @MF_GOV_PL

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Good exchange with Pakistan’s Federal Minister for Economic Affairs, @AhadKhanCheema1. @IFC_org’s program in Pakistan has grown fourfold over the past four years, but there is much more to do.

We discussed how to build on this momentum to support the government’s priorities, from SMEs and entrepreneurship to housing finance, energy and public-private partnerships. #WBGMeetings

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Pleased to meet with Bangladesh’s Finance Minister, Amir Khasru Mahmud Chowdhury.

@IFC_org looks forward to supporting the government’s reform priorities, particularly strengthening the banking sector and boosting trade competitiveness to attract more private investment and create jobs. #WBGMeetings

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#Japan Bank for International Cooperation is one of @IFC_org’s strongest partners, particularly in energy transition, supply chain resilience and critical minerals.

Pleased to meet with Governor Kazuhiko Amakawa to discuss how we can deepen our collaboration and mobilize more private investment in these strategic sectors. #WBGMeetings