JICA Commits $65M to BlackRock Fund for Asian Energy Transition
The Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA) has committed up to $65 million to an infrastructure debt fund managed by BlackRock, targeting energy transition projects across Southeast and South Asia. The Philippines is among the key investment markets.
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