Target Countries

SIFEM exclusively focuses on developing and transition economies. It only invests in countries whose GNI per capita is below the World Bank's IBRD graduation threshold (adapted regularly, USD 6,725 per capita as of 2011). The partner countries of the Swiss Development Cooperation are treated with priority. Roll over to the map below to see a list of SIFEM's priority countries per region. At least 60% of SIFEM's investment volume in any year must be allocated to these priority countries. In cases of regional or global funds, the geographical criteria is fulfilled if at least 50% of fund or financial institution investment is made in the priority countries.