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Enabling remedy strategies for the effective implementation of IFC’s interim Remedial Action Framework
This session discussed the IFC’s Interim Approach to Remedial Action (RAF), the first such remedy framework by a major DFI.
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Civil society engagement under the IMF’s CSO guidelines
This Inside the Institutions examines the IMF’s review of its civil society engagement guidelines in the context of increasing programme scrutiny.
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CAO investigates IFC’s involvement in contentious cable car project in Nepal
The complaint alleges the project breached IFC’s safeguards on Indigenous rights, cultural heritage and biodiversity.
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Joint CSO letter calls for IMF to strengthen consultation and accountability
Over 100 CSOs urge the Fund to strengthen consultation practices and adopt binding standards to improve accountability.
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Senegal’s hidden debt sparks questions about IMF’s oversight
IMF misses Senegal’s debt levels despite the Fund’s involvement in the country since 2019.
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World Bank establishes task force to evaluate merger of its independent accountability mechanisms
Task force is expected to hold public consultations and establish a ‘reference group’ early in 2026.
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CAO closure of Tata Mundra case sends chilling message to project-affected communities in search of justice
Tata Mundra communities left without justice or remedy as CAO closes the case, exacerbating concerns about lack of accountability in IFC-financed projects.
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How can DPFs promote equitable energy access and accomplish climate objectives?
This CSPF session examined how DPF advance national climate goals, how their contributions are assessed and reported and way to improve them.
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Debt decisions that deliver: Strengthening domestic institutions for accountable borrowing
In this session experts from Senegal, Kenya, the IMF and WFD highlighted how stronger debt transparency and oversight are essential to equity, accountability, and restoring public trust.
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A potential integration of the World Bank and IFC/MIGA accountability mechanisms: How can we ensure complainants’ best interests?
This CSPF panel explored the potential and implications of merging the World Bank Group’s independent accountability mechanisms
