COFEMER Competitors

The World Bank is a vital source of financial and technical assistance to developing countries around the world. Our vision is to create a world free of poverty on a livable planet. We are not a bank in the common sense; we are made up of two unique development institutions owned by 189 member countries: the International Bank for Reconstruction and Development (IBRD) and the International Development Association (IDA). Each institution plays a different but collaborative role in advancing the vision of inclusive and sustainable globalization. The IBRD aims to reduce poverty in middle-income and creditworthy poorer countries, while IDA focuses on the world's poorest countries. Their work is complemented by that of the International Finance Corporation (IFC), Multilateral Investment Guarantee Agency (MIGA) and the International Centre for the Settlement of Investment Disputes (ICSID). Together, we provide low-interest loans, interest-free credits and grants to developing countries for a wide array of purposes that include investments in education, health, public administration, infrastructure, financial and private sector development, agriculture and environmental and natural resource management.

The Export-Import Bank of the United States (EXIM Bank) is the official export credit agency of the United States. Its mission is to help finance exports of U.S. goods and services primarily to emerging markets to help create and sustain U.S. export-related jobs. EXIM Bank provides loan guarantees, export credit insurance and direct loans to businesses of all sizes. No transaction is too large or too small. EXIM Bank collects fees for the financing that it provides and is a self-sustaining, independent federal agency in the Executive Branch. During the past 15 years it has earned a net positive cash flow and has returned over $4 billion to the U.S. Treasury in excess of its costs of operation. On average between 85 and 90 percent of its transactions directly benefit small businesses. Its headquarters in Washington, DC and its regional offices may be reached toll-free in the U.S. by calling 1-800-565-EXIM or 202-565-EXIM. Career opportunities at https://www.exim.gov/about/careers/job-opportunities

The International Trade Centre (ITC) is the only international agency fully dedicated to the development of micro, small and medium-sized enterprises. Working with partners to strengthen the competitiveness of small business exporters, we help to build vibrant, sustainable export sectors that provide entrepreneurial opportunities, particularly for women, young people and poor communities. Established in 1964, ITC is the joint agency of the United Nations and the World Trade Organization.