Correct Option (B)
The Global Infrastructure Facility (GIF) is a World Bank Group initiative designed to facilitate the preparation and structuring of intricate infrastructure Public-Private Partnerships (PPPs). Its primary objective is to mobilize private sector and institutional investor capital for infrastructure projects. The GIF operates as a collaborative platform involving governments, multilateral development banks, and private sector entities.
Incorrect Options:
Option A is incorrect. The Global Infrastructure Facility is not an ASEAN initiative nor is it solely financed by the Asian Development Bank. It is a broader partnership led by the World Bank Group.
Option C is incorrect. While the GIF involves collaboration with various financial institutions, it is not solely a collaboration among major banks working with the OECD. Its scope and governance are broader, with the World Bank Group playing a central role.
Option D is incorrect. The Global Infrastructure Facility is not an UNCTAD-funded initiative. Its funding and operational structure are centered around the World Bank Group and its partners.