September 20, 2024, Makati City: In a move to bolster the membership of the Association of Development Financing Institutions in Asia and the Pacific (ADFIAP), a high-level meeting was held with the Development Bank of the Philippines (DBP) President and CEO, Mr. Michael de Jesus, along with his strategic and corporate planning executive team. This meeting, which took place in Makati City, aimed to discuss strategies for strengthening ADFIAP membership and maintaining the developmental mindset among those working in development finance institutions.
Key Discussions and Outcomes
1. Strengthening ADFIAP Membership: Mr. de Jesus, currently the Chairman of ADFIAP’s Subcommittee on Membership, discusses identifying ways to enhance the value proposition of ADFIAP membership. Mr. de Jesus and his team emphasized the importance of active participation and engagement from member institutions. They discussed various initiatives, including more frequent and targeted training programs, enhanced networking opportunities, and collaborative projects that address regional development challenges.
2. Maintaining a Developmental Mindset: A crucial part of the discussion was centered on how to sustain a developmental mindset among professionals in development finance institutions. It is acknowledged that these institutions’ core mission is to drive sustainable development and economic growth. To this end, they proposed continuous professional development programs and knowledge-sharing platforms to keep the workforce motivated and aligned with developmental goals.
4. Enhancing Communication and Engagement: Another critical topic was improving communication channels between ADFIAP and its members.
The meeting between ADFIAP and DBP’s leadership was a productive step towards strengthening the association’s membership base and ensuring that development finance institutions remain committed to their developmental mandate. By focusing on membership engagement, professional development, and collaborative initiatives, ADFIAP and its members can continue to play a pivotal role in driving sustainable development across the region.