Objectives
The objectives of WAIPA, as broadly reflected in the Association’s Statutes, are to:
Promote Understanding
Promote and develop understanding and cooperation amongst IPAs.
Facilitate Access to Data
Strengthen information gathering systems, promote the efficient use of information and facilitate access to data sources.
Share Experiences
Share country and regional experiences in attracting foreign investment and enhancing outward investments.
Advocate for IPAs
Assist IPAs in advising their respective governments on the formulation of appropriate investment promotion policies and strategies.
Promote Training
Facilitate access to technical assistance and promote training of IPAs.
Our Partners
WAIPA partners can be international organizations, multilateral agencies or other non-governmental organizations (with local or international focus), think tanks, consultancies and universities. Partnerships with WAIPA are established based on mutual needs, in terms of WAIPA events, WAIPA training activities and/or WAIPA’s technical assistance efforts. Technical assistance and training initiatives are generally conducted in coordination with, or with the support of, WAIPA partners.
WAIPA Consultative Committee Members