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  Sustainable development

  Sustainable development

  Opinion: Stepping up our game on environment and social issues

  13 Jun 2019

  International Finance Corporation CEO Philippe Le Houérou unveils his agency's plan for strengthening engagement with local communities and civil society organizations.

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  World Bank Spring Meetings

  World Bank Spring Meetings

  Opinion: At IFC, accountability is of utmost importance

  10 Apr 2019

  International Finance Corporation CEO Philippe Le Houérou ushers in a new era of accountability at IFC — one that "will require more dedicated IFC resources" and "a change in our behavior and culture."

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  World Bank Annual Meetings

  World Bank Annual Meetings

  Opinion: A new IFC vision for greening banks in emerging markets

  8 Oct 2018

  IFC CEO Philippe Le Houérou lays out a bold new policy that changes the way the institution lends to banks associated with coal projects — under the condition that they agree to reduce those investments.

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  Development policy

  Development policy

  Opinion: The Equator Principles just turned 15, we should celebrate their impact

  18 Sep 2018

  The Equator Principles have helped facilitate more responsible investments in emerging markets. IFC CEO Philippe Le Houérou details three areas of opportunity to build on their success.

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  World Bank Annual Meetings

  World Bank Annual Meetings

  Opinion: Here's how the IFC is working with financial institutions

  10 Oct 2017

  On the first day of the World Bank Annual Meetings, International Finance Corporation CEO Philippe Le Houérou gives an update on how his organization is working with financial institutions.

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