Unlocking the Potential of Blended Finance in Asia

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More than US$200 billion has been mobilised via blended finance structures towards sustainable development in emerging economies. By leveraging public or philanthropic capital to catalyse private sector investment towards social and environmental outcomes, blended finance presents an opportunity to align objectives and significant capital for impact at scale. This session will explore how the sheer scale and complexity of blended finance transactions present challenges for potential investors, and consider potential solutions.

Key Takeaways:

• Explore the role of concessional public and philanthropic capital in improving the profitability of high-impact blended finance projects
• Identify key success factors for driving impact through blended finance
• Gain insights on navigating blended finance approaches in markets where private investments are scarce