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ILO Director General Juan Somavia welcomes delegates to the World Microfinance Forum Geneva Symposium

The first international symposium of the World Microfinance Forum Geneva opened here today. More than 300 world leaders in microfinance will discuss the fundamentals of microfinance and its contributions in reducing poverty and enabling sustainable economic growth. The symposium will also consider new products and technologies, emerging markets, and the role of investors in microfinance. (in English and French)