Bangkok, Thailand, 15 October 2026 - The Chairman of the Islamic Development Bank (IsDB) Group, H.E. Dr. Muhammad Al Jasser, and the Minister of Finance, Budget and Banking Sector of the Union of the Comoros and IsDB Governor, H.E. Mr. Moussa Abderemane, met on the sidelines of the 2026 World Bank–IMF Annual Meetings in Bangkok to discuss the next phase of cooperation between the IsDB Group and the Union of the Comoros.

Discussions focused on the new Member Country Partnership Strategy (MCPS), aligning future cooperation with the Union of the Comoros’ National Development Strategy 2026–2030 and the President’s development vision. The engagement builds on the IsDB Group’s longstanding partnership with Comoros and reflects a shared commitment to advancing the country’s development priorities.

Both sides welcomed progress in ongoing operations and emphasised the importance of accelerating project implementation to enhance development impact. Dr. Al Jasser underscored the importance of strengthening cooperation and advancing initiatives that support sustainable economic development and expand opportunities for communities across Comoros.

The two sides also considered how IsDB Group entities, including the International Islamic Trade Finance Corporation (ITFC), could further contribute to strengthening cooperation and supporting the country’s development efforts.

The meeting reaffirmed the longstanding partnership between the IsDB Group and the Union of the Comoros, underscoring their shared commitment to advancing national priorities and delivering sustainable, inclusive development outcomes.