We cannot achieve great change if women are held back
We cannot achieve great change – either socially or economically – if half of the world’s population is not empowered to reach their full potential.
Economic development
The private sector can unlock Africa’s promise - Alok Sharma
This article by International Development Secretary Alok Sharma appeared in City A.M. on Friday 27 September 2019.
International Development Secretary to boost infrastructure in the poorest countries and help create our future trading partners
The Telegraph has published an article today following an interview with the International Development Secretary Alok Sharma on his first visit to Ethiopia.
CDC’s crucial role in creating jobs in developing countries
Today ICAI published a report looking at CDC's investments in low-income and fragile states. Find out how the UK's development finance institution is helping boost economic growth in developing countries.
UK confirms new support to World Bank Group after securing key reforms
The International Development Secretary attended the World Bank Spring Meetings over the weekend – where the UK helped push through major changes within the global lender. Penny Mordaunt was in Washington D.C. to see the World Bank Group commit, as …