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1 September, 2007 Skopje, Macedonia International Finance Corporation (IFC) Global Information & Communication Technologies Practice

2 IFC’s fundamental role is to promote economic development by encouraging private investment, both foreign and domestic, in developing member countries IFC participates in private ventures that benefit the host country economy, promote high environmental standards, and provide strong demonstration effect World Bank Group International Finance Corporation (IFC) Multilateral Investment Guarantee Agency (MIGA) International Development Association (IDA) International Bank for Reconstruction and Development (IBRD) Promote sustainable private sector investment in emerging markets International Finance Corporation

3 AAA rated member of the World Bank Group which is owned by 179 countries Major source of IFC’s borrowings is the international markets, $1.8 bn in FY06 FY06 commitments: $6.7 bn in 284 projects Authorized capital: $2.5 bn FY06 Net Worth: $11.1 bn FY06 Net income: $1.3 bn Between 1956 and 2006, approximately $56 bn of own funds invested in 3,531 companies in 140 developing countries - Additional $25 bn mobilized from other investors $21.6 bn committed portfolio at end of FY 2006 Notes: Data as of July 2005 International Finance Corporation

4 Albania Azerbaijan Bosnia and Herzegovina Bulgaria Croatia Kazakhstan Kyrgyz Republic Macedonia Moldova Montenegro Romania Serbia Tajikistan Turkey Turkmenistan Uzbekistan IFC’s Southern Europe & Central Asia (SECA) Region IFC’s annual investments in the SECA region have reached a billion USD in FY 2007: Investments in SECA in USD million: Turkey is IFC’s 5 th largest country exposure with a $1.27 bn portfolio as of August 31, 2007 The Hub Office for the SECA region is located in Istanbul, Turkey, with representative offices in other countries Southern Europe & Central Asia Region

5 IFC in Information & Communication Technologies IFC is the largest multilateral financier of Information and Communication Technologies projects in emerging markets. First telecoms investment in 1969. Nearly US$5.1 billion in financing commitments for 125 investments in 45 countries by the end of FY 2006 Current outstanding portfolio in ICT totals US$1.4 billion. Close relationships with many key players in the industry (regulators, operators and equipment suppliers). One of the best-performing sectors within the World Bank Group, both in terms of financial returns and development impact

6 Distribution of IFC’s Actual ICT Portfolio By Regions By Segments

7 IFC’s Products and Services IFC’s Products Industry knowledge & contacts Sensitivity to Government priorities Commercial & technical skills in emerging markets Capital Mobilization Commercial bank lending - exempt from withholding tax & provisioning requirements Capital Mobilization Commercial bank lending - exempt from withholding tax & provisioning requirements Long Term Financing Corporate / project financing Equity / Quasi-equity Long Term Financing Corporate / project financing Equity / Quasi-equity Advisory Services Country, industry, financial and technical advise Advisory Services Country, industry, financial and technical advise

8 GICT: A Value Added Partner Global perspective on ICT  Advice based on intimate understanding of global technology trends & best practices  Global presence & network permits borderless engagement  Leading emerging market investor in the telecom and IT industry Long-term financing partner  Invest across company lifecycle – early, mid and late stage  Array of financial products – equity, quasi-equity, debt, guarantees, cross border financing  Funds mobilization through international network of financial institutions & capital markets Extensive World Bank & IFC network  Established presence in over 75 emerging market countries  Long-standing relationships with governments & companies across member countries World Bank & IFC credibility & stature  Track record in emerging & frontier markets reassures foreign investors & host countries  Recognized emerging market leader in corporate governance & sustainable development

9 Investment Philosophy Telecom / Media: –Private sector management & majority ownership –Some sponsor requirements (transparency, reputation) IT: –“Stage independent investor” – early, mid & late stage –Various instruments - Common & Preferred Equity, Quasi equity, e.g. Convertible Loans, Loans with Warrants, Mezzanine financing –Minority equity positions: 5% to 20% –Board participation (observer role only) –Investment focus: IT Services, IT Enabled Services, Software Development, e-Commerce, e-Government –Provides introductions to strategic partners –Follow-on financings available

10 IFC’s Investment Criteria Similar to commercial banking requirements, plus: –Global Emerging Markets focus –Private sector management and majority ownership –Selectivity of sponsors, especially regarding transparency and reputation –Investment limited to 25% of total project cost (50% for expansions), but no more than 25% of total capitalization of the company. –Demonstrable development impact: oPositive economic return. oSocial and environmental impacts mitigated. Typical deal size: -Telecom / Media: US$15-100 million -Information Technology: US$ 2-20 + million

11 ICT Projects of IFC in Southern & Eastern Europe Turkey - Meteksan (IT): US$8.5 million term loan to Meteksan to refinance short-term debt and support expansion plans and working capital requirements Russia - IBS (IT): US$8 million convertible loan to IBS to support financial restructuring and expansion plans Romania – Orange (Mobile): US$215 million syndicated term loan to Orange Romania Moldova – Voxtel (Mobile): US$35 million syndicated term loan and Equity to France Telecom’s subsidiary in Moldova Albania – Vodafone (Mobile): US$41.5 million term loan to Vodafone Albania Macedonia - Maktel (Fixed and Mobile): US$30 million syndicated term loan and equity investment to Matav’s subsidiary Hungary – Matav (Fixed and mobile): US$100 million pre- and post privatization term loan and equity investment Russia – Sonic Duo (Mobile): US$30 million syndicated term loan and mezzanine investment

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13 Internal to IFC Supervision As Seen By Client Management Approval Board Approval Initial Discussions Mandate Letter Appraisal Financing Negotiations Info. Memo & Syndication Legal Documentation Disbursement Initial Review & Authorization to Appraise 20 IFC’s Investment Process

14 Let’s Discuss Further – We are there to Work with You Marko Curavić Investment Officer Southern Europe & Central Asia Region Istanbul Office Tel: +90 212 385 3000 Fax: +90 212 385 3001 Email: MCuravic@ifc.org Web: http://www.ifc.org@ifc.orghttp://www.ifc.org

15 ANNEX: Examples of IFC’s Transactions

16 Russia: IBS (Information Business Systems) In 2002, IFC provided US$8 million convertible loan to IBS to support financial restructuring and expansion plans IBS is largest IT group in Russia  Operates largest offshore software development company in Russia under brand Luxoft  Largest IT distributor & systems integrator in Russia  Developing own computer brand and direct distribution model in Russia IFC’s investment :  Increased availability of IT products & services in market  Offered innovative convertible debt structure with longer tenor than available in market  Advised IBS in building executive team & benchmarking performance v. global IT service leaders in India and elsewhere  IBS has grown more than 4x since investment  IBS has become the leading employer of high end IT professionals in Russia  Sent positive message to investors about attractive opportunities Russia’s IT sector  IBS has become a vocal leader advocating regulatory reform in Russia GICT Flagship Transactions

17 India: DQ Entertainment In 2003, IFC invested $3 million in DQ Entertainment, leading animation services company  Provides outsourced & proprietary 2D/3D animation & multimedia services  Clients include Disney, Warner Brothers, Universal, Il Grupo Alcuni IFC’s investment & presence :  Helped take DQ Entertainment’s operations to next level through addition of latest CGI/3D animation facilities  Early mover and catalyst for India’s animation industry, which requires highly skilled & creative professionals  Part of IFC’s strategy to help innovative Indian companies expand into global markets, creating export earnings & employment  Assisted DQ in raising next round of financing within 12 months at substantial premium GICT Flagship Transactions

18 Russia: TV3 In April 2004, IFC invested $7.0 million in parent company of TV3 Russia  Existing shareholders provided $5.0 million  TV3 will expand distribution capabilities & broadcast infrastructure  Plans to enhance program offering with wider range of family-oriented entertainment content  TV3 Russia - rapidly growing independent terrestrial television broadcaster reaching nearly 45 million people IFC’s involvement contributes to:  Development of independent private media in Russia  Stimulates business growth in advertising & broadcasting industries  Supports development of Russia’s telecom sector GICT Flagship Transactions


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