Tod’Aérs Board Member H.E. Pedro Lopes Meets World Bank President Ajay Banga During World Bank and IMF Spring Meetings

Tod’Aérs Board Member His Excellency Pedro Lopes participated in the World Bank and International Monetary Fund Spring Meetings as part of Cabo Verde’s delegation led by Vice Prime Minister H.E. Olavo Correia.

The Spring Meetings are among the most important annual gatherings in the global financial architecture, bringing together government leaders, development institutions, policymakers, investors, and international partners to discuss major economic, financial, climate, and development challenges.

On the sidelines of the meetings, H.E. Pedro Lopes had the privilege of meeting once again with Ajay Banga, President of the World Bank. Their exchange took place in a context where countries are working to strengthen partnerships, attract investment, support job creation, and accelerate sustainable economic growth.

For Cabo Verde, participation in such high-level global platforms is strategic. These spaces allow the country to assert its priorities, build partnerships, and position itself in international conversations shaping the future of development finance, private sector investment, innovation, and economic transformation.

H.E. Pedro Lopes’ presence also reflected Cabo Verde’s ambition to be recognized as a credible, reform-minded, open, and modern country ready to engage with global partners. The delegation’s participation reinforced the importance of translating national vision into concrete results for people through policy, investment, innovation, and strategic cooperation.

As a Board Member of Tod’Aérs Global Network [TGN] for Digital Economy in Africa, H.E. Pedro Lopes brings strong expertise in digital transformation, public policy, innovation ecosystems, and international partnerships. His engagement during the World Bank and IMF Spring Meetings reflects TGN’s commitment to supporting dialogue at the intersection of development, investment, technology, and economic growth.

Through this participation, Tod’Aérs Global Network [TGN] reaffirmed its dedication to advancing strategic cooperation, inclusive development, and partnerships that help position African countries within the global conversations shaping prosperity and sustainable transformation.