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MIGA Annual Report Summary (2008)

Core Content

MIGA (Multilateral Investment Guarantee Agency) is a part of the World Bank Group, dedicated to promoting foreign direct investment (FDI) into developing countries to support economic growth, reduce poverty, and improve people's lives. It offers political risk insurance and guarantees against non-commercial risks such as currency inconvertibility, expropriation, war, and civil disturbance.

Main Points

• Mission: MIGA's mission is to encourage FDI in developing countries, especially those that are poor, post-conflict, or in fragile states.
• Guarantees: In FY08, MIGA issued $2.1 billion in guarantees, marking the largest new gross exposure in its history and the fourth consecutive year of growth. Of this, $689.6 million went to IDA-eligible countries.
• Operational Highlights:
  • Supported 24 projects in FY08, with $2,098.3 million in guarantees issued.
  • Covered 15 projects in IDA-eligible countries (63% of total), 8 in conflict-affected countries (33%), 6 in infrastructure (25%), and 7 in South-South investments (29%).
  • Provided coverage in various regions, with the largest share in Europe and Central Asia (60% of total guarantees).
  • $1,269.9 million in financial guarantees were issued for the financial sector (42% of total).
• Dispute Resolution: MIGA offers dispute resolution services for guaranteed investments to prevent disruptions to developmentally beneficial projects.
• Technical Assistance: MIGA helps countries define and implement investment strategies through the World Bank Group's Foreign Investment Advisory Services (FIAS).
• Online Services: MIGA provides online investment information through FDInet and PRI-Center to help investors identify opportunities and manage risks.
• Membership: MIGA has 172 members, with New Zealand joining in FY08. Mexico and Iraq took steps toward membership by ratifying the MIGA Convention.
• Partnerships: MIGA entered into facultative reinsurance agreements with 12 private sector insurers, one public sector insurer, and one multilateral insurer. It also partnered with the European Investment Bank, the Government of Japan, and the Palestinian Authority to redefine the West Bank and Gaza Investment Guarantee Trust Fund.
• Financial Performance:
  • Operating income increased by $6 million to $55 million.
  • Net income increased by $3.4 million to $55 million.
  • MIGA's gross exposure reached $6.5 billion, with $3.6 billion net exposure.
• Development Impact:
  • MIGA supported over 210 projects in IDA countries, including $2.6 billion in Africa.
  • Facilitated $80 billion in overall FDI.
  • Supported reconstruction in 24 post-conflict countries.
  • Helped middle-income countries and IDA-eligible countries with innovative services like Shariah-compliant guarantees.
  • Supported a telecom project in the Central African Republic, providing $38 million in coverage to improve connectivity and economic development.

Key Information

• Strategic Priorities:
  • Focus on poorest countries, especially in Africa.
  • Support fragile and post-conflict states.
  • Promote infrastructure development and South-South investments.
  • Address global challenges such as climate change, health systems, and HIV/AIDS.
• Board Activities:
  • The Board reviewed and approved 27 investment guarantees.
  • Approved FY09-11 Operational Directions and integrated the Small Investment Program (SIP) into standard operations.
  • Discussed the Independent Evaluation Group's reports and reviewed the World Bank Group's guarantee products.
• Leadership:
  • Yukiko Omura served as Executive Vice President for four years, contributing to MIGA's growth and diversification.
  • James P. Bond was the Chief Operating Officer, and Peter D. Cleary was the Director and General Counsel.
• Financial Highlights:
  • Total guarantees issued in FY08: $2.1 billion.
  • Increase in guarantees from FY07: $730 million.
  • Total guarantee issuance over 20 years: $20 billion.
  • MIGA's role in promoting inclusive and sustainable globalization.

Conclusion

MIGA played a crucial role in FY08 by increasing its guarantees and expanding its reach into underserved markets, particularly the world's poorest countries. Its efforts in risk management, technical assistance, and dispute resolution contributed to the development impact and economic growth of numerous countries. The agency's commitment to innovation and collaboration with various partners and institutions ensured its continued relevance and effectiveness in promoting FDI in developing economies.