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The bank lends money for projects of European interest, particularly in the less well-off regions. It finances infrastructure projects such as rail and road links, airports or environmental schemes. It provides credit for investments by small businesses (SMEs). The Luxembourg-based bank also lends to candidate states and developing countries. Because it is owned by EU governments, the bank can raise capital and provide credits at favourable rates. |
| European
Union |
| The European Investment Bank |
| Council
of Europe |
| Origins and membership |
| Aims |
| Political aims |
| How it works |
| Ordinary budget |
| Some practical achievements |
| The pan-European dimension |
