IFC East Asia Pacific

30/04/2026

As Indonesia accelerates toward its net-zero commitments and a landmark Financial Sector Omnibus Law now mandates a national Sustainable Finance Committee, the moment calls for financial institutions that are strategically positioned and built to deliver.

Last week in Jakarta, IFC - International Finance Corporation convened senior leaders from local financial institutions, international banks, and industry associations for the Leadership Roundtable on “Green Transformation & Sustainability for Future-Ready Banks”. It was a candid conversation about what it truly takes to embed sustainability into the core of a financial institution.

A few things stood out:

🏦 Capacity precedes opportunity. Banks investing in internal systems, skills, and governance today will be the ones ready to deploy capital when the market accelerates.

💡 Transition finance needs smarter risk-sharing. Blended finance and concessional capital are essential to improve bankability and unlock higher-risk projects — because profitability still drives commercial bank decisions.

📈 The opportunity goes beyond decarbonization. New business lines, quality jobs, and access to international capital are all on the table — but only for institutions that move from compliance-led sustainability to opportunity-driven transformation.

🤝 Peer learning accelerates change. The exchange between international and local banks moved the conversation from policy principles to practical implementation in ways formal training alone cannot.

Indonesia already has the policy foundations. What it needs now is financial institutions with the conviction and the capability to deliver. That's exactly what programs like IFC - International Finance Corporation's Sustainable Finance Capacity Building Program is designed to build.

This roundtable was supported by the Australian Government Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade.

29/04/2026

Across , nearly 400 GS25 VietNam convenience stores are changing how families shop — and how local businesses grow.

When IFC invested $20 million in GS25 Vietnam, the goal wasn't just new store openings. It was building a model for sustainable retail: rigorous food safety training, support for local suppliers, job creation, and career pathways for people like Truong Thi Thu Thoa — who rose from store manager to overseeing 91 outlets.

The results speak for themselves:
✅ ~5,000 jobs nationwide
✅ Supplier Hai Dang Food grew its workforce by 50% in two years
✅ Japan Best Foods doubled production volume after GS25's southern expansion
✅ 70% of products sourced domestically

This is what investment that works for communities looks like. Read the full story here: http://wrld.bg/Axs650YRyhR

28/04/2026

Did you know that more than 2.1 million new direct jobs can be created in renewables in Indonesia by 2030 — in renewable energy, sustainable infrastructure, and green industries💼. But that potential is only unlocked when financial institutions have the knowledge and tools to deploy capital effectively.

Last week in Jakarta, IFC - International Finance Corporation wrapped up a three-day executive training on Green Energy and Climate Finance, in partnership with Renewables Academy (RENAC), as part of the Indonesia Sustainable Finance Capacity Building Program.

Senior representatives from 20 financial institutions across Indonesia came together to deepen their understanding of:
🌱 Green energy markets and financing trends
⚡ Climate risk assessment and project bankability
🔄 Transition finance and emerging sustainable finance instruments

The conversations in the room reflected both the momentum and the ambition in Indonesia's financial sector — and the clear recognition that building internal capacity is critical to accelerating the flow of finance toward the country's climate and development goals.

This training is part of IFC's broader commitment to building Indonesia's sustainable finance ecosystem — delivered in partnership with RENAC (Renewables Academy), a Berlin-based leader in renewable energy and green finance training, and made possible with the support of the Australian Government Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade.

Bank Indonesia, Otoritas Jasa Keuangan, Kementerian Keuangan Republik Indonesia

28/04/2026

How do we turn our jobs goal into real results?

At the , we introduced the new Targets Map to track outcomes and progress.

Dive in: http://wrld.bg/Ey9750YQwvx

27/04/2026

Are you between 18 and 29 and ready to learn about the of tomorrow, build new skills, and expand your network? 🌏

Join the East Asia and Pacific (EAP) Youth Forum 2026, an exciting, hands-on forum designed for young changemakers—just like you!

✨ What to expect:
- Understand the jobs landscape: Learn more about the future of jobs in EAP, and the challenges and opportunities for youth in the digital age.
- Learn and collaborate: Participate in interactive sessions led by partner organizations, focusing on skills development, entrepreneurship, and employment pathways through digital transformation.
- Expand your network: Build connections with peers and professionals to accelerate your career and share ideas on scaling effective solutions.

📅 May 20-21, 2026
📍 Hybrid event | Host venue: Chulalongkorn University, Bangkok, Thailand
👉 Register for virtual participation: http://wrld.bg/oRB050YQqMR

Be part of the conversation— !

World Bank Group

26/04/2026

Do you want to take your field research skills to the next level? The World Bank Group Data Academy invites you to join the new edition of the Manage Successful Field Research e-learning course.

The program covers all aspects of implementing field research, from preparation to ex*****on.
Participants will explore best practices, address recurring challenges, learn new tools, and connect with field researchers from across the globe and experts from the World Bank Development Impact Department.

It’s designed for development practitioners, researchers, graduate students, and public officials involved with monitoring and evaluation.

Register now for this online course. Free certificate included upon completion. Materials will be available starting May 12, 2026: http://wrld.bg/F6IN50YNVrR

25/04/2026

1.2 billion young people. 400 million jobs. A gap that goes beyond numbers, it is about stability, dignity, and shared prosperity.

Read more on the challenge and the role of partnerships. http://wrld.bg/arI050YNVRR

25/04/2026

How do legal barriers limit women’s economic participation? Find out in Women, Business & the Law 2026 – a free, certified course from the World Bank Group Institute for Economic Development.

Explore laws in 190 countries, recent research, international standards, and the report’s methodology.

Examine cross-country and regional analysis.
Identify key legal barriers to women’s economic empowerment and translate data into policy recommendations.

Course materials will be available starting on June 23, 2026. Save your spot now! Register here: http://wrld.bg/Zbxe50YNVoZ

24/04/2026

Unlocking women’s economic potential drives jobs and growth. The World Bank Group has reached 110M women with social protection, 46M women with broadband, and 5M women led businesses with capital—key steps toward this goal.

Watch our event: http://wrld.bg/eJl350YO0Gr

23/04/2026

Throughout the , the crisis in the Middle East remained central, with focus on supporting affected countries and communities.

A phased approach of up to $80–100 billion aims to address urgent needs while advancing long term job creation and stability.

Read more: http://wrld.bg/3ygG50YNWx9

23/04/2026