Multilateral Development Bank (MDB)

COVID-19 And The Sudden Rise In MDB Debarments 2 min read
By Joshua L. Ray April 14, 2021
Joshua Ray of financial crime specialists Rahman Ravelli explains why we should not be surprised by multilateral development banks taking more punitive action. Read more

Responding to a World Bank audit letter 2 min read
By Joshua L. Ray December 16, 2020
Joshua Ray of Rahman Ravelli and Guidepost Solutions’ Christopher Kim detail the correct approach that companies should take if they receive a World Bank audit letter. Read more

Belgrade DFC Creates Regulatory Risks for Businesses in the Balkans 4 min read
By Joshua L. Ray October 28, 2020
Last month’s announcement that the US International Development Finance Corporation (DFC) opened an office in Belgrade was no doubt welcome news for the Balkan business community.  The relatively new agency, created in 2019 through a merger of the Overseas Private Investment Corporation and several other existing organizations, finances major infrastructure development projects in developing countries.  With an overall lending capacity of $60 billion, the DFC was set up to funnel private money to emerging markets using loans, equity investments, and insurance.  It also offers credit for small businesses and entrepreneurs.  Read more