In this briefing paper we evaluate the performance of the EIB in its external lending and policies in relation to developing economies including its response to the financial crisis. We recommend policy changes including greater absolute levels of lending to developing economies and greater risk...

This document presents the key developments and results of REFIT, the Regulatory Fitness and Performance programme. It also contains detailed information on the first 22 REFIT Platform opinions and the way in which the Commission intends to follow up on these.