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IsDB Signs 91 Financing Agreements with Member Countries in Marrakesh

A view of the exterior building of the Islamic Development Bank Group in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia May 31, 2018. Picture taken May 31, 2018. REUTERS/Reem Baeshen
A view of the exterior building of the Islamic Development Bank Group in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia May 31, 2018. Picture taken May 31, 2018. REUTERS/Reem Baeshen
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IsDB Signs 91 Financing Agreements with Member Countries in Marrakesh

A view of the exterior building of the Islamic Development Bank Group in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia May 31, 2018. Picture taken May 31, 2018. REUTERS/Reem Baeshen
A view of the exterior building of the Islamic Development Bank Group in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia May 31, 2018. Picture taken May 31, 2018. REUTERS/Reem Baeshen

The Islamic Development Bank (IsDB) has announced that the approved funding by all branches exceeded USD21.72 billion in 2018.

IsDB President Dr. Bandar Hajjar announced during a news conference, marking the release of the 2018 Annual Report on the occasion of the 44th Annual Meeting in Marrakesh, that a total of 91 financing agreements were signed in Marrakesh with member countries.

In 2018, the three development financing members of the Group (IsDB, ICD, and ITFC) all together approved a total of USD7 billion, he added.

These development financing operations were targeted to provide critical enablers for the economic transformation of 57 member-countries as their road to achieving the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).

Hajjar added that IsDB funding for the member countries since its establishment 44 years ago exceeded USD138 billion – Morocco’s stake totaled USD7 billion. He continued that 2018 was known for launching several new funds.

Mohamed Benchaaboun, IsDB Governor and Minister of Economy and Finance, said that this edition of the bank’s meetings coincides with the beginning of a new strategy focused on supporting member countries integration with global value chains.

Benchaaboun clarified that Morocco has all the required components to get involved in the new strategy of the bank, therefore Morocco is the first country to sign an agreement within this framework – covering 2019-2022.

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Moody's Upgrades Saudi Arabia's Credit Rating

Moody's indicated that the rating upgrade and stable outlook are results of the Kingdom's ongoing progress in economic diversification. Reuters
Moody's indicated that the rating upgrade and stable outlook are results of the Kingdom's ongoing progress in economic diversification. Reuters
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Moody's Upgrades Saudi Arabia's Credit Rating

Moody's indicated that the rating upgrade and stable outlook are results of the Kingdom's ongoing progress in economic diversification. Reuters
Moody's indicated that the rating upgrade and stable outlook are results of the Kingdom's ongoing progress in economic diversification. Reuters

The credit rating agency “Moody’s Ratings” upgraded Saudi Arabia’s credit rating to “Aa3” in local and foreign currency, with a “stable” outlook.
The agency indicated in its report that the rating upgrade and stable outlook are results of the Kingdom's ongoing progress in economic diversification and the robust growth of its non-oil sector. Over time, the advancements are expected to reduce Saudi Arabia’s exposure to oil market developments and long-term carbon transition on its economy and public finances.
The agency commended the Kingdom's financial planning within the fiscal space, emphasizing its commitment to prioritizing expenditure and enhancing the spending efficiency. Additionally, the government’s ongoing efforts to utilize available fiscal resources to diversify the economic base through transformative spending were highlighted as instrumental in supporting the sustainable development of the Kingdom's non-oil economy and maintaining a strong fiscal position.
In its report, the agency noted that the planning and commitment underpin its projection of a relatively stable fiscal deficit, which could range between 2%-3% of gross domestic product (GDP).
Moody's expected that the non-oil private-sector GDP of Saudi Arabia will expand by 4-5% in the coming years, positioning it among the highest in the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) region, an indication of continued progress in the diversification efforts reducing the Kingdom’s exposure to oil market developments.
In recent years, the Kingdom achieved multiple credit rating upgrades from global rating agencies. These advancements reflect the Kingdom's ongoing efforts toward economic transformation, supported by structural reforms and the adoption of fiscal policies that promote financial sustainability, enhance financial planning efficiency, and reinforce the Kingdom's strong and resilient fiscal position.