SAARC Development Fund

The SAARC Development Fund (SDF) is a financial resource established by the South Asian Association for Regional Cooperation (SAARC) to support development projects among its member countries—Afghanistan, Bangladesh, Bhutan, India, Maldives, Nepal, Pakistan, and Sri Lanka. It aims to promote regional integration, economic growth, and social progress by providing funding for initiatives in areas like infrastructure, health, education, and environment. Essentially, SDF helps neighboring countries work together on projects that improve their collective development, fostering cooperation and shared prosperity in South Asia.