Projects

Bangladesh

IFAD supports the efforts of the Government of Bangladesh to reduce poverty and increase the productivity of rural poor people in ways that are both sustainable and environmentally friendly. Given the vast extent of chronic poverty in the country, IFAD underscores its role in devising innovative approaches to poverty reduction that can then be scaled up and expanded by the government, non-governmental organizations, the private sector and donors.

Mr. Nigel Brett, Country Programme Manager Dhaka, Bangladesh

Mr Hashib ul Alam, Country Presence Officer, Dhaka, Bangladesh

Email: hashib@bangla.net

More details of IFAD in Bangladesh is available at http://operations.ifad.org/web/ifad/operations/country/home/tags/bangladesh

China

Since 1981 IFAD has funded programmes and projects in China’s remote and mountainous regions with focus on rural women as they are largely responsible for farm production and household tasks. The activities supported include land improvement and irrigation and water conservation, production of food, cash crops, livestock and fish. Some of these activities are funded through IFAD-supported microfinance services, which allow poor rural households to obtain access to small loans or savings schemes.

Mr. Thomas Rath, Country Programme Manager, Beijing, China

Mr. Yinhong Sun, Country Presence Officer, Beijing, China

Email: Yinhong.Sun@wfp.org

More details of IFAD in China is available at

http://operations.ifad.org/web/ifad/operations/country/home/tags/china

Iran

India

Working in close partnership with the Government of India and other donors, IFAD funds projects for rural and tribal development, women’s empowerment, natural resource management and rural finance.

Ms.Matia Prayer, Country Programme Manager, New Delhi

Dr Vincent Darlong, Country Presence Officer, India

Email: Vincent.Darlong@wfp.org

More details of IFAD in India at

http://operations.ifad.org/web/ifad/operations/country/home/tags/india

Lao PDR

Since1980 the IFAD supports the Government of Laos in implementing the National Growth and Poverty Eradication Strategy (NGPES) and achieving the Millennium Development Goals. IFAD's strategy has the objectives of promoting economic growth, sustainable livelihoods and food security among poor rural people, especially women, and vulnerable and marginalized groups in upland areas.

Ms. Atsuko Toda, Country Programme Manager, Vientianne, Laos

More details of IFAD in Laos at

http://operations.ifad.org/web/ifad/operations/country/home/tags/laos

Vietnam

FAD works for and with the poorest people in Viet Nam, including ethnic minorities, small-scale farmers and households headed by women. Strategies to reduce poverty and improve living conditions include building partnerships, strengthening institutional capacity and promoting participation.

More details of IFAD in Vietnam at

http://operations.ifad.org/web/ifad/operations/country/home/tags/viet%20nam

Nepal

Nepal was one of the first countries to benefit from IFAD loans. IFAD’s strategy in Nepal is focused on supporting the development policies and programmes of the government and other partners, especially in relation to peace-building, reconciliation, reconstruction and economic recovery.

Mr. Ronald Hartman, Country Programme Manager, Kathmandu, Nepal

Mr. Bashu Aryal, Country Presence Officer, Kathmandu, Nepal

Email: bashuaryal@wlink.com.np

More details of IFAD in Nepal at 

http://operations.ifad.org/web/ifad/operations/country/home/tags/nepal

Philippines

Since 1978, IFAD has committed a total of US$168.8 million in financing 12 projects related to agricultural development in the Philippines. From its first project, IFAD has had a role in efforts to reduce poverty in the Philippines. The goals are to enable poor rural people to improve their incomes and food security, and provide better food, education and health care for their families.

Mr. Sana Jatta, Country Programme Manager, Manila, Philippines

Mr. Yolando C Arban, Country Presence Officer, Manila, Philippines

Email: ycarban@yahoo.com

More details of IFAD in Philippines at

http://operations.ifad.org/web/ifad/operations/country/home/tags/philippines

Pakistan

Since 1978 IFAD has supported 23 programmes and projects in Pakistan. Through its country programme IFAD provides loans and technical assistance grants, and it supports policy dialogue, knowledge management and partnerships. IFAD-funded programmes and projects work to improve the livelihoods and productivity of poor rural people.

Mr. Ya Tian, Country Programme Manager, Islamabad, Pakistan

More details of IFAD in Pakistan at

http://operations.ifad.org/web/ifad/operations/country/home/tags/pakistan

Sri Lanka

Since 1978 IFAD has worked in partnership with the Government of Sri Lanka and other donors in supporting rural develLao PDR opment, peace consolidation and conflict prevention efforts in the aftermath of civil conflict. Projects financed by IFAD emphasize innovative approaches such as strengthening grass-roots organizations, efforts to enable access to resources and markets, developing productive and social infrastructure, vocational training for off-farm employment, and supporting rural finance schemes for women’s initiatives.

Mr. Sana Jatta, Country Programme Manager, Colombo, Sri Lanka

Mr. Anura Herath, Country Presence Officer, Colombo, Sri Lanka

Email: anurah@sltnet.lk

More details of IFAD in Sri Lanka at

http://operations.ifad.org/web/ifad/operations/country/home/tags/sri%20lanka