{"id":11303,"date":"2026-04-06T17:31:15","date_gmt":"2026-04-06T15:31:15","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/shams-alyaoum.com\/en\/?p=11303"},"modified":"2026-04-06T17:31:15","modified_gmt":"2026-04-06T15:31:15","slug":"saudi-fund-for-development-signs-usd-15-million-agreement-with-the-republic-of-palau-to-drive-local-economic-growth","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/shams-alyaoum.com\/en\/saudi-fund-for-development-signs-usd-15-million-agreement-with-the-republic-of-palau-to-drive-local-economic-growth\/","title":{"rendered":"Saudi Fund for Development Signs USD 15 Million Agreement with the Republic of Palau to Drive Local Economic Growth"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>The Saudi Fund for Development (SFD) today signed a USD 15 million development loan agreement with the Republic of Palau, marking the Fund\u2019s first-ever development partnership in the Pacific island nation.<\/p>\n<p>The agreement was signed by H.E. Sultan Abdulrahman Al-Marshad, Chief Executive Officer of SFD, and H.E. Surangel S. Whipps Jr., President of the Republic of Palau during a ceremony in Palau\u2019s capital, Ngerulmud.<\/p>\n<p>The USD 15 million development loan will be channeled through the National Development Bank of Palau. Designed to empower the local economy, the financing will support projects spearheaded by Palauan developers, businesses, and entrepreneurs. By aligning with Palau\u2019s national priorities, the funds will catalyze high-impact initiatives and foster sustainable, grassroots economic growth.<\/p>\n<p>This agreement reflects SFD\u2019s continued commitment to Small Island Developing States (SIDS), having supported development projects across 18 island nations in the Caribbean and Pacific regions. Through its financing, SFD contributes to strengthening economic resilience, expanding access to essential services, and enabling sustainable development in developing economies.<\/p>\n<p>H.E. Surangel S. Whipps Jr., President of the Republic of Palau, stated the deep appreciation for the assistance. He noted: \u201cThis agreement is about building a stronger Palauan economy by channeling this financing through our National Development Bank so that Palauan developers, businesses, and entrepreneurs can lead new projects that create jobs, unlock investment, and keep more value here at home. At the same time, by prioritizing affordable, climate-resilient housing, we are strengthening our communities, giving our young people more reasons to build their future in Palau, and laying a more resilient economic foundation for generations to come.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>H.E. Sultan Abdulrahman Al-Marshad, CEO of the Saudi Fund for Development, stated: \u201cWe are proud to launch our first collaboration with the Republic of Palau. By expanding access to vital funding, we aim to uplift local entrepreneurs and help secure a resilient future for the Palauan people. 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