This briefing paper gives an overview of the current challenges in different development finance action areas. In the second part, the GPF gives an overview of the UN’s FfD process and of the international agreements on Financing for Development. Based on their analysis, they identify 10 key levers for financing sustainable development. With these, Eu­rope can make a substantial contribution to financ­ing for development and thereby to the successful implementation of the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development worldwide.