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Belgian Investment Company for Developing Countries

BIO is the Belgian development finance institution. It invests in viable companies in developing countries with a focus on sustainable economic, social and environmental impact. BIO provides long-term financing and technical assistance and manages €1.2 billion in assets.

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Development aid, Finance, Insurance & Investment

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Beyond Chocolate

Beyond Chocolate brought together chocolate brands, governments, retailers and NGOs in 2018 to make the cocoa chain fairer and more sustainable. The partnership worked towards living incomes for farmers, preventing deforestation and increase transparency, with lasting impact from producer to consumer.

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