International Bank for Economic Co-operation (IBEC) is a multilateral financial institution whose purpose is to promote the development of the economies of the Bank's member countries, foreign economic relations between economic entities of the member countries, as well as the expansion of their foreign trade relations with counterparties from other countries.
The main activities include support of trade-focused companies in the Banks member states, assistance in their expansion to new markets and participation in sustainable and Agenda 2030 projects. The Bank provides target support for export and import operations in the Bank's member states by extending loans and participating in syndicated facilities. IBECs distinction from other Multilateral Development Banks is the mandate to provide direct cash management services to customers, including a comprehensive settlement function.
The unique geographical composition of the Bank's members contributes to the development of integration between member countries and with other regions, bringing together the economic interests of the East and West.