Bangkok, Thailand, 13 October 2026 – The Chairman of the Islamic Development Bank (IsDB) Group, H.E. Dr. Muhammad Al Jasser, and the Minister of Finance and IsDB Governor for the Republic of Mozambique, H.E. Carla Alexandra Oreste do Rosário Fernandes Loveira, held a productive bilateral meeting on the sidelines of the World Bank Group–International Monetary Fund Annual Meetings in Bangkok. The discussions focused on enhancing the partnership and increasing IsDB Group support for Mozambique’s development priorities.

Dr. Al Jasser reaffirmed the IsDB Group’s commitment to Mozambique’s development agenda and emphasised its willingness to support initiatives that promote human capital development and climate-resilient infrastructure, in alignment with the country’s national priorities and the IsDB Group’s 10-Year Strategic Framework. He highlighted the positive impact of joint efforts to expand access to energy and improve the health and education sectors.

The two sides also reviewed progress in preparing a new Member Country Partnership Strategy (MCPS). Currently under development, the strategy is expected to provide a clear framework for deepening cooperation and identifying priority areas for future engagement.

Discussions further examined opportunities for future financing, including blended and concessional financing solutions, to support Mozambique’s key development priorities, particularly in the social sectors and infrastructure development.