The AADFI was represented by its Secretary-General, Mr. Cyril Okoye, at the Investment Climate Reform (ICR) Facility Closing Event held on June 18, 2025, at The Square in Brussels, Belgium. The event, themed “From Coordination to Collaboration: 5 Years of the ICR Facility,” brought together stakeholders to reflect on the initiative’s achievements and explore the transition to its successor, the Global Gateway ICR Facility.
Launched in 2019, the ICR Facility has supported policy reforms aimed at improving the business and investment climate in African, Caribbean, and Pacific (ACP) countries. AADFI has collaborated with the Facility over the years, particularly in the area of capacity building, including the integration of ICR-supported content into the AADFI Learning Management System (LMS).
Mr. Okoye’s participation provided an opportunity to engage with development partners and peer institutions and to contribute to discussions on collaborative approaches to policy implementation. The event featured panel discussions, interactive sessions, and networking opportunities, offering insights into lessons learned and future directions under the Global Gateway initiative.
AADFI’s involvement in this event reflects its ongoing engagement in regional and international platforms that support institutional development and policy dialogue. This engagement continues to inform the Association’s efforts to provide relevant support and resources to its members and stakeholders. [See the event pictorial.]