Competitive Economy Program

Through a broad-based economy and the ability to compete in international markets, Ukraine is on a path to increased economic power and political independence.
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Páramos and Forests Activity

With progressive policies and private sector and community engagement, Colombia is turning its international greenhouse gas emissions reduction commitments into action.
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Securing our Future: Partnerships for Youth

How can we use the resources of public-private partnerships to solve youth unemployment and position young people to tackle some of the world’s biggest challenges – in agriculture, natural resources, tourism, and more?
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Creating a Win-Win for Youth and the Private Sector

We know the importance of the private sector in development outcomes, but how do we ensure our youth workforce development programs are meeting the ever-changing demands of the labor market?
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Reforestation Project

In Northern Haiti, deforestation and mangrove loss are putting communities, conservation efforts, and environmental governance at risk.
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Anne Spahr

Chief of Party

Anne Spahr is a micro, small, and medium enterprise (MSME) finance and business development specialist with more than 15 years of experience designing and overseeing initiatives to facilitate finance and improve livelihoods for farmers, fishermen, and…

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Ibrahim Osta

Senior Advisor, Strategy & Partnerships

Ibrahim Osta is an international economic development expert with experience in international trade and investment promotion, youth entrepreneurship, and tourism development. He has designed, launched, and managed international development projects exceeding $140 million in donor financing…

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Small and Medium Size Enterprise Activity (SMEA)

With structured financial and business support, small- and medium-sized enterprises in Pakistan are reaching their full potential.
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E-PESO Activity

The Philippines is shifting from a cash-based economy to an electronic one to create a more efficient and transparent financial system.
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Moldova Competitiveness Project (MCP)

Since the ratification of two trade agreements in 2014, Moldova has been making steps to better position its brands and take greater advantage of its duty-free access to some of the world’s most prosperous markets.
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