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Guarantees Overview
Investors and lenders in today's dynamic investment climate understand the potential benefits of investing in emerging markets. The even smarter ones also understand the critical importance of addressing the political risks that may accompany an investment in an untested environment. MIGA can help investors and lenders deal with these risks by insuring eligible projects against losses relating to:
MIGA guarantees offer much more than just the assurance that losses will be recovered. Our insurance also benefits investors and lenders by:
Deterring harmful actions MIGA’s relationship with shareholder governments provides additional leverage in protecting investments. Resolving disputes As an honest broker, MIGA intervenes at the first sign of trouble to resolve potential investment disputes before they reach claim status, helping to maintain investments and keep revenues flowing. If MIGA is unable to prevent a claim, our strong balance sheet allows us to make prompt payments. Accessing funding Our guarantees help investors obtain project finance from banks. Lowering borrowing costs MIGA-guaranteed loans may help reduce risk-capital ratings of projects. Increasing tenors The agency can provide insurance coverage for up to 15 years (in some cases 20), thereby increasing the tenor of loans available to investors. Providing extensive country knowledge MIGA applies decades of experience, global reach, and knowledge of developing countries to each transaction. Providing environmental and social expertise MIGA helps investors and lenders ensure that projects comply with what are considered to be the world’s best social and environmental safeguards.
Before embarking on a new project overseas, contact MIGA to find out how your project would benefit from political risk insurance.
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