The World Bank is increasingly investing in resilient, sustainable, and secure global supply chains, especially in sectors that are strategically important for the global economy. Their current priorities include:
Critical Minerals & Clean Energy Supply Chains
The World Bank and the Government of Japan are expanding cooperation to strengthen supply chains for critical minerals and clean energy technologies. This includes initiatives such as:
- RISE – a partnership aimed at building resilient and inclusive supply chains for critical minerals and energy security
- DRIVE – a new framework supporting supply chain resilience and energy transition in the Asia-Pacific region
These programs help countries secure stable access to essential materials needed for batteries, renewable energy, and advanced manufacturing.
Agribusiness (Agricultural Supply Chains)
The World Bank Group is significantly increasing its investment in agribusiness, aiming to double its annual financing to USD 9 billion by 2030. This supports:
- Food security
- Modernization of agricultural value chains
- Private-sector development in emerging markets
Agriculture remains a core pillar of supply chain resilience, especially for developing economies.
Transparent & Efficient Procurement in Developing Countries
The World Bank is introducing new procurement requirements to improve:
- Transparency
- Efficiency
- Fair competition
- Global supplier participation
This ensures that infrastructure and development projects attract high‑quality suppliers and follow international standards.
Strengthening Infrastructure for Supply Chains in Emerging Markets
Japan and the World Bank are collaborating to support infrastructure development needed for:
- Critical mineral extraction
- Clean energy production
- Logistics and transport networks
- Industrial zones in developing countries
This directly supports private-sector investment and long-term economic stability.
In Summary
The World Bank’s supply chain investment strategy focuses on:
- Critical minerals
- Clean energy
- Agribusiness
- Transparent procurement
- Infrastructure for emerging markets
The goal is to build resilient, sustainable, and inclusive global supply chains that support both economic development and energy transition.