# DFC Announces $8B Investments to Strengthen Global Infrastructure

The U.S. International Development Finance Corporation (DFC) announced over **$8 billion** in new investments on September 16, 2026, aimed at advancing U.S. economic and national security interests globally. These investments include financing to support U.S. exports through a counter-guaranty to the International Finance Corporation's Global Trade Finance Program, modernization of telecommunications infrastructure including 5G deployment in Ukraine via Vodafone Ukraine, and development of large-scale battery energy storage systems in Ukraine by DTEK using Fluence technology. The projects also target critical infrastructure improvements in Jordan and Africa, reinforcing American technology and energy security abroad.

- **Why this matters:** Procurement professionals should note the significant funding directed toward infrastructure modernization and energy storage projects in strategic international markets, presenting opportunities for U.S. contractors and technology providers.
- The involvement of major vendors such as Vodafone Ukraine, DTEK, Fluence, and equity investors like Meridiam highlights key players in these sectors.
- Agencies and contractors engaged in export financing, telecommunications, and energy storage should evaluate how these investments may influence upcoming solicitations and partnership opportunities.
- This indicates a continued U.S. government focus on leveraging development finance to support American companies competing in critical global markets, especially in Ukraine, Jordan, and Africa.

**Jurisdictions:** federal
**Industries:** Energy & Utilities, Information Technology
**Topics:** Physical Infrastructure, Grants & Funding
**Published:** September 17, 2026

### Government Entities
- U.S. International Development Finance Corporation (DFC)
- International Finance Corporation (IFC)

### Vendors
- Vodafone Ukraine (subsidiary)
- NEQSOL Holding (parent company)
- DTEK (developer)
- Fluence (technology provider)
- Meridiam (equity investor)

### Key Quotes
> These are exactly the kinds of investments President Trump empowered DFC to make. These projects will support billions in American exports, secure critical infrastructure and resources in Ukraine, Jordan, and across Africa, and strengthen U.S. companies competing in some of the most important markets in the world.
> — Ben Black, CEO of DFC

### Sources
- [DFC Announces More Than $8 Billion in Investments to Fuel American Economic and National Security Interests | DFC](https://www.dfc.gov/media/press-releases/dfc-announces-more-8-billion-investments-fuel-american-economic-and-national) - DFC