UK institutions and system
Locally led development and development finance institutions: the case of British International Investment
What it examines
This civil society assessment examines BII’s approach to locally led development, focusing on who shapes investment decisions and who receives finance. Drawing on public data, policy analysis and stakeholder discussions, the author recommends stronger local participation, greater support for locally owned businesses and clearer accountability for development outcomes.
Why it matters
Offers a critical perspective on how UK ownership and oversight of BII could support locally determined development priorities.
Institutions and themes
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Catalogue entry reviewed 21 Sept 2026. The summary describes the publication’s analysis; it does not establish that historical findings remain current.