noun
government-backed institution; government-sponsored enterprise
Refers to an organization that receives financial or policy support from the government, often used in economic or policy contexts.
政府支援機関が中小企業向けの融資を行っている。
A government-backed institution is providing loans to small and medium-sized enterprises.
Specifically a government-affiliated financial institution, whereas 政府支援機関 is broader and includes non-financial entities.
Compound of 政府 (government), 支援 (support), and 機関 (institution).