The World Association of Investment Promotion Agencies (WAIPA) was created in 1995. It was established as an
Association under Swiss law. It has been registered in Geneva, as a non-governmental organization and is in the
process of being filed with other relevant authorities. From its very inception, WAIPA has represented an ever
growing number of Member agencies: in 2008 WAIPA had 233 Members - by the end of 2009, our Association
had an additional 19 new Member agencies. WAIPA Members include 244 national and sub-national agencies
from 162 different countries. Through its wide range of activities, WAIPA provides the opportunity for investment
promotion agencies (IPAs) to network and exchange best practices in investment promotion. WAIPA has always
dedicated, and continues to dedicate, time and effort towards building the human resources capacity of its Member
agencies. Training events have been organized by WAIPA, alone or in coordination with partner organizations.
Membership is open to all entities the primary function of which is "to promote any country, political sub-division of a
country or other uncontested territory, as a destination for, or source of, investments".

What are the objectives of WAIPA?

The objectives of WAIPA, as broadly reflected in the Association’s Statutes, are to:

• Promote and develop understanding and cooperation amongst IPAs;
• Strengthen information gathering systems, promote the efficient use of information and facilitate access to data sources;
• Share country and regional experiences in attracting foreign investment and enhancing outward investments;
• Assist IPAs in advising their respective governments on the formulation of appropriate investment promotion policies and strategies; and
• Facilitate access to technical assistance and promote training of IPAs.

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