On 14th November 2022 at the 19th Vienna Economic Forum – Vienna Future Dialogue 2022 Dr. Lilyana Palvova, Vice President, European Investment Bank (EIB) spoke about the aspiration of the EIB to support the neighbourhood and enlargement countries by launching a dedicated branch EIB Global earlier this year for the Bank’s operations outside the EU. This branch is to serve as a dedicated arm to assist in shifting the operating model through reinforcement of the local presence of the EIB thus helping the region benefit from the latest EU initiative Global Gateway.
The EIB Vice President Dr. Pavlova concluded her Statement by saying that at these grave times for the world that threaten to disrupt the very foundation of our lives and economies, the only way forward is to advance with all activities that ensure sustainable future for all. The EIB Group, together with the European commission and other local partners can play a decisive role in supporting the energy security, green transition, and competitiveness of the regional economies.