Company Insights Abu Dhabi Fund for Development Banking & Finance Abu Dhabi Fund for Development Overview The Abu Dhabi Fund for Development is one of the UAE’s oldest financial institutions. It was established in 1971 to provide financing for infrastructure projects in developing countries, which would bolster their economy while enabling them to fulfil their sustainable-development agenda. The Abu Dhabi Fund for Development has adopted this vision to foster economic progress in developing countries by financing sustainable infrastructure projects. It also manages the UAE’s grants for strategic projects for partner countries. The institution pursues a diversified investment strategy that plays an important role in strengthening developing economies. It also finances private companies in the UAE to enable them to increase their competitiveness and expand their global footprint. The Abu Dhabi Fund for Development’s mission is to help developing countries achieve sustainable economic growth and reduce poverty by providing financial resources, forging partnerships in the public and private sectors and adopting international best practices to ensure aid effectiveness. The Abu Dhabi Fund for Development’s strategic goals are to promote socio-economic prosperity in beneficiary nations and enhance the UAE exports’ global competitiveness. It has financed numerous projects across the GCC, Middle East and Africa.
