18 May 2026

On May 18, 2026, Mr. Giorgio Parola, Chairman of the Management Board of Bank Imon International met with representatives of the International Finance Corporation (IFC).
During the introductory meeting, Mr. Parola welcomed the newly appointed IFC`s Regional Director Mr. Simon Andrews, Principal Investment Officer Mr. Mohammad Ehsanul Azim, and Operations Officer Mr. Farrukh Karimbaev.
The parties discussed further expansion of cooperation between IFC and Imon International on both investment and advisory fronts.
The productive meeting highlighted the long-standing and successful partnership between the two institutions aimed at expanding access to finance for micro, small, and medium-sized enterprises (MSMEs) across Tajikistan.
IFC has been a valued and trusted partner of Imon International for many years, providing financing that has enabled the bank to reach hundreds of entrepreneurs and contribute significantly to Tajikistan’s economic resilience and growth.
Both sides expressed commitment to building on this strong foundation through new innovative initiatives that will deliver positive impact for clients and the broader economy.