Banco de Desarrollo del Ecuador

Banco de Desarrollo del Ecuador B.P. (BDE) is Ecuador's public development bank, acting as a strategic partner for sustainable territorial development. Its primary mission is to provide financing and technical assistance for infrastructure projects, public services, and other development initiatives undertaken by Decentralized Autonomous Governments (GADs), public companies, and universities. Established in 1979 as the successor to the Banco del Estado, BDE plays a crucial role in channeling public and external resources to local and regional entities to improve the quality of life for citizens across Ecuador.