IFC teams up with Japanese finance firm to fund Asian efficiency projects

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Pact with Mitsubishi UFJ Lease & Finance to benefit developing Asian nations

The World Bank's investment arm, International Finance Corp (IFC), has signed a memorandum of understanding with Japan-based Mitsubishi UFJ Lease & Finance to provide funding for projects intended to reduce...

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