Small and Medium Enterprises
Strengthening the investment climate in developing countries, particularly through promoting investment in small and medium enterprises (SMEs), is a major objective of the Commonwealth Secretariat's work.
Access to long-term finance and business development services for SMEs is vital to their development and success. This portal aims to facilitate access by providing pointers for SMEs on how and where to acquire funding and appropriate management and training services.
Our Work
Financial Institutions
Major international financial institutions, regional banks and the private sector offer assistance to SMEs that contribute to sustainable economic development.
Sectors
Financial services are available to Small and Medium Enterprises working in a variety of sectors, from agriculture to waste.
Financial Products
A wide range of products, including financial and business development services, are available to SMEs that meet certain stringent criteria.
SMEs and PPPs
With high quality project design to attract suitable investment, SMEs can participate in Private-Public Partnerships (PPPs) in a variety of ways.
Technical Assistance
The Enterprise and Agriculture Section (EAS) of the Special Advisory Services Division (SASD) provides technical assistance to strengthen agricultural and enterprise competitiveness.
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