THE GUARDIAN, JULY 30, 2010

Fragile states like my own will need the help of the Bank to enable us to build a foundation that is already in place, a foundation based upon sound economic policies, efficiency in resource allocation, as well as capacity development. We would like to commend the Bank for all that they have done to put Liberia on the road to recovery, and all the partners who have supported the Bank in this endeavor.

ELLEN JOHNSON SIRLEAF

PRESIDENT OF LIBERIA AT A PANEL DISCUSSION, JUNE 30, 2010, BAMAKO, MALI

It is simple-the IDA is essential. Its loans provide a crucial tool for nations that seek to escape from poverty to sustain growth. It serves our fundamental values, as well as our economic interests, by lowering trade and investment barriers, supporting private sector growth, opening the markets of tomorrow and giving people a chance to succeed.

PRESIDENT OF THE UNITED STATES, 1995 ANNUAL MEETINGS

IDA provides critically needed finance for social infrastructure and human resource development as well as associated assistance in the design of development policies and programs in the poorest countries of the world. If the international community is serious about eradicating the blight of poverty from our planet, IDA must be supported and adequately funded.

MINISTER OF FINANCE, INDIA, 1994 ANNUAL MEETINGS

The United Kingdom has always been a strong supporter of IDA, which we regard as a highly efficient means of channeling resources to the poorest countries.

CHANCELLOR OF THE EXCHEQUER, UNITED KINGDOM, 1983 ANNUAL MEETINGS

The establishment of the International Finance Corporation and the International Development Association, is manifest evidence of the fact that international financial cooperation has grown in substance and strength from year to year.

PRIME MINISTER OF JAPAN, 1964 ANNUAL MEETINGS