In 1999, the Corporation received a very important institutional boost with the Board of Governors' approval of a significant general increase in resources. The use of these resources will be guided by an innovative operating program that proposes. to expand development opportunities in the region on a sustainable and equitable basis. The plan includes new financing instruments designed to increase the access of smaller companies and less-developed regions to the Corporation's financial services. The plan also calls for greater coordination with the other members of the IDB Group.