NordenBladet — Finland has received positive feedback on the good quality and implementation of development cooperation. Particular praise is given for the reforms and results-based approach to development cooperation. This shows in the Mid-term Review of the Development Assistance Committee (DAC) of the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD).

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Development Assistance Committee praises Finland for instilling a strong results-based culture in development cooperation.

Photo from Ethiopia: Kirsi Pere/UMThe OECD estimates that Finland’s development cooperation has been very impactful also during the COVID-19 pandemic.