2026 GRN Development Banking Research Conference
20-22 mai 2026
- Clermont-Ferrand (France)
For decades, economists and social scientists have debated the role and necessity of state-owned banks—a complex and enduring topic. The creation of Finance in Common in 2020 has reinvigorated these discussions, placing Public Development Banks (PDBs) at the center of global policy dialogues. The Global Research Network (GRN) emerged as a collaborative initiative uniting over 50 dedicated researchers, academics, think tanks, and professionals committed to advancing research on PDBs. Established to foster knowledge exchange and dialogue, the GRN serves as a platform for interdisciplinary and geographically diverse perspectives, promoting North-South and South-South collaborations. By bridging the gap between research and practice, the GRN aims to inform policies, and enhance the effectiveness of PDBs in addressing global development challenges. On May 20th-22nd, 2026, the Global Research Network on Public Development Banks and Finance in Common (FiCS) is pleased to convene a research seminar in Clermont-Ferrand, France. The conference will bring together researchers, academics, think-tanks and practitioners to debate the role of public development banks in line with the conclusions of the Sevilla Commitment adopted at the 4th International Conference on Financing for Development in 2025.
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