The “WB EDIF PAG” took place in London, in the framework of the WBIF Steering Committee, hosted by the EBRD. The first day of the meeting was dedicated to policy and strategic discussions, followed by infrastructure and private sector session (EDIF PAG) on day two. The PAG approved the WBIF 2.0 Recommendations, including the main aspects of EDIF integration under the WBIF umbrella and discussed various topics, such as financing needs through diversification of financial systems and updates on the financial and support services pillars under EDIF. In addition, two new funding proposals were endorsed. On the margins of the meeting, the European Commission and the EBRD signed the agreement to support the Advice for Small Businesses Programme in the Western Balkans (EUR 15million).
