KYIV, Jan 31 – Scott Nathan, CEO of the U.S. International Development Finance Corporation (DFC), announced his intention to mobilize $250 million for banks in Ukraine to increase their small business lending.

Speaking on Wednesday in Kyiv at the American Chamber of Commerce, he also announced two letters of intent to explore new investments.

In particular, DFC First, DFC is working with Horizon Capital to support eCommerce, fintech, and technology businesses across Ukraine and Moldova.