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Eight Plenary Meeting & Closing - 4th International Conference on Financing for Development FFD4.

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The plenary meetings of the 4th International Conference on Financing for Development (FFD4) will serve as a central platform for governments and stakeholders to present their statements, share national, regional and institutional perspectives on financing sustainable development, and make global calls to action. The plenary meetings will be at the heart of the FFD4 Conference. Over eight sessions, world leaders, ministers, and senior officials will share their experiences, challenges, priorities and initiatives for financing the Sustainable Development. The general debate will offer a broad view of how countries are addressing issues such as debt, climate finance, inequality, and the need for stronger international cooperation. It will also be a space to propose ideas, strengthen partnerships, and call for concrete action to close the gap in financing for sustainable development. Through these statements, the plenaries will help set the direction of the Conference, reflect shared conc...

Closing Press Conference - 4th International Conference on Financing for Development FFD4.

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Guests will brief journalists on the key moments and commitments from the 4th International Conference on Financing for Development. Speakers: Amina J. Mohammed, United Nations Deputy Secretary-General Carlos Cuerpo, Minister of Economy of Spain Moderated by Martina Donlon, Spokesperson for the 4th International Conference on Financing for Development, UN Department of Global Communications Related Documents:  More Info Watch the closing Press Conference - 4th International Conference on Financing for Development FFD4 (Sevilla, Spain)! Media

SPA Initiative Announcement: Financing for Gender Equality - 4th International Conference on Financing for Development FFD4.

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This SPA Initiative is an urgent call to all stakeholders to significantly increase investments to close the gender financing gaps to accelerate implementation of existing commitments in the Beijing Declaration and Platform for Action and the 2030 Agenda. Speakers: Nyaradzayi Gumbonzvanda, Deputy Executive Director, UN-Women. Antón Leis García, Director, AECID, Spain. Moderated by Martina Donlon, Spokesperson for the 4th International Conference on Financing for Development, UN Department of Global Communications.   Related Documents:  More Info . Watch SPA Initiative Announcement: Financing for Gender Equality - 4th International Conference on Financing for Development FFD4 (Sevilla, Spain)! Conferences

Spain, Media Stakeout - 4th International Conference on Financing for Development FFD4.

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At approximately 10:30 am, Pablo Bustinduy, Spanish Minister for Special Rights will address the media. Watch Spain, Media Stakeout - 4th International Conference on Financing for Development FFD4 (Sevilla, Spain)! Media Stakeouts

Multi-stakeholder round table 6: "Reforming the international financial architecture and addressing systemic issues" - 4th International Conference on Financing for Development FFD4

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This round table will examine how to reform global financial system to make it more inclusive, stable, and responsive to today's challenges. The discussion will look at how global financial institutions can be made more representative and effective in supporting sustainable development. Discussions will focus on ensuring that governance arrangements in international financial institutions reflect the evolving global landscape and provide greater voice and representation for developing countries. Participants will examine gaps in the global financial safety net and explore solutions for enhancing access to financing, particularly for vulnerable countries. Additionally, the roundtable will consider how financial regulatory frameworks can better respond to emerging risks and innovations, and assess the role of private credit ratings in shaping financial markets. Related Sites and Documents:  More Info . Multi-stakeholder round table 6: "Reforming the international financial arc...

Seventh Plenary Meeting - 4th International Conference on Financing for Development FFD4.

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The plenary meetings of the 4th International Conference on Financing for Development (FFD4) will serve as a central platform for governments and stakeholders to present their statements, share national, regional and institutional perspectives on financing sustainable development, and make global calls to action. The plenary meetings will be at the heart of the FFD4 Conference. Over eight sessions, world leaders, ministers, and senior officials will share their experiences, challenges, priorities and initiatives for financing the Sustainable Development. The general debate will offer a broad view of how countries are addressing issues such as debt, climate finance, inequality, and the need for stronger international cooperation. It will also be a space to propose ideas, strengthen partnerships, and call for concrete action to close the gap in financing for sustainable development. Through these statements, the plenaries will help set the direction of the Conference, reflect shared conc...

(Day 4) Special Events - 4th International Conference on Financing for Development FFD4 (Sevilla, Spain).

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The special events of the 4th International Conference on Financing for Development will convene high-level participants to discuss actions and the way forward of the Compromiso de Sevilla. The special events of the 4th International Conference on Financing for Development will convene high-level participants to discuss actions and the way forward of the Compromiso de Sevilla. 8:30 a.m. to 10:00 a.m.: Boosting Quality FDI for Inclusive Growth and Sustainable Development in Africa. The Africa Virtual Investment Platform - a joint initiative of the African Union Commission (AUC) and OECD - is designed to improve transparency in investment conditions, address risk perceptions, and support investment policy reforms across the continent. To address these challenges, AVIP will provide regularly updated indicators and analysis of Africa's investment landscape, covering foreign and domestic investment trends, infrastructure ecosystems, and sustainability impacts. On foreign investment tre...