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Sharm El Sheikh, Nov. 14, 2022

At COP27, AIIB Takes Action to Further Promote Climate-Resilient Infrastructure Investments

The Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank (AIIB) announced at COP27 that it has joined the Coalition for Climate Resilient Investment (CCRI), fostering a strategic partnership to apply climate-resilient solutions.

Sharm El Sheikh, Nov. 11, 2022

At COP27, AIIB Supports Building Hydrogen Economy to Support Developing Nations

Net-zero objectives cannot be met by renewable-based electricity such as solar and wind alone. At COP27 in Egypt, the Green Hydrogen Organization (GH2) stressed the need to catalyze finance for green hydrogen in emerging and developing markets and outlined priority actions for development finance institutions (DFIs).

Sharm El Sheikh, Nov. 09, 2022

AIIB Joins ETAF at COP27 to Deploy USD300 Million to Support Energy Transition

Three new partners have officially joined the Energy Transition Accelerator Financing Platform (ETAF), IRENA’s global climate finance program aimed at mobilizing capital to scale up renewable project funding in developing countries by 2030.

Sharm El Sheikh, Nov. 08, 2022

AIIB and GEAPP Enter USD1 Billion Investment Partnership to Fund the Energy Transition in Asia and Beyond

Sharm El Sheikh— Today at COP27, the Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank (AIIB) and the Global Energy Alliance for People and Planet (GEAPP) announced a strategic investment partnership mobilizing up to USD1 billion for the financing of green energy transition and renewable energy projects, in both the public and private sectors.

Sharm El Sheikh, Nov. 06, 2022

MDBs to Expand Support for Countries Seeking Climate-Resilient Sustainable Transition

Multilateral development banks (MDBs), which together provided record levels of dedicated finance in 2021 to support the green transition, have issued a forward-looking joint statement at the COP27 global climate summit in Sharm El Sheikh.

Beijing, Nov. 03, 2022

AIIB and IFI Partners Launch Climate Finance Video Campaign Ahead of COP27

The Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank (AIIB) and other international financial institutions (IFIs) are for the first time launching a joint video campaign,

Beijing, Oct. 27, 2022

AIIB to hold its 8th Annual Meeting in Egypt

The Board of Governors of the Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank (AIIB) announced that its eighth Annual Meeting will be held in Sharm El Sheikh, Egypt, on Sept. 25-26, 2023.

Beijing, Oct. 27, 2022

Moonshot or longshot: Uneven net-zero transition risks leaving emerging economies behind, AIIB report warns

Emerging and developing economies (EMDEs) are at risk of being left behind by the net-zero transition unless urgent action is taken to build state capacity in conjunction with the private sector, according to a report published today by the Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank (AIIB).

Beijing, Oct. 26, 2022

More Regional Cooperation Key to Recovery, Rebooting Global Economy

Increased regional cooperation and connectivity are vital to enhancing business certainty and rebooting the global economy, according to Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank (AIIB) President and Chair of the Board Jin Liqun.

Washington D.C. and Beijing, Oct. 17, 2022

AIIB Partners With KfW, CEXIM to Strengthen Regional Cooperation

The Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank (AIIB) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with the German national promotional bank KfW and another with the Export-Import Bank of China (CEXIM) to strengthen collaborative ties as a means of facilitating economic, social and environmental support to its Members.

Beijing, Oct. 14, 2022

Multilateral Development Banks’ Climate Finance in Low and Middle-Income Countries Reaches USD51 Billion in 2021

Climate finance committed by major multilateral development banks (MDBs) rose by more than 24% last year compared to 2020, according to the 2021 Joint Report on Multilateral Development Banks’ Climate Finance, published today.

Washington D.C., Oct. 14, 2022

AIIB, CAF Enhance Collaboration on Green Projects in Latin America, the Caribbean

The Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank (AIIB) and the Development Bank of Latin America (CAF), have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to enhance their collaboration on promoting renewable energy and green initiatives in Latin America and the Caribbean.

Beijing, Sep. 28, 2022

AIIB Newly-Launched Impact Report Tracks the Bank’s Contributions to Green Infrastructure and Sustainable Development Goals

The Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank (AIIB) has launched its second Sustainable Development Bonds Impact Report, which illustrates how the proceeds from AIIB’s bonds are used to realize AIIB’s mission to finance Infrastructure for Tomorrow.

Beijing, Sep. 14, 2022

AIIB Extends USD50-M to Support Fiji’s COVID-19 Recovery

The Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank (AIIB) Board of Directors has approved a USD50-million loan under AIIB’s COVID-19 Recovery Facility (CRF) to help the Government of Fiji restore fiscal sustainability and promote inclusive climate-resilient economic growth amid the ongoing spread and impact of COVID-19.

Beijing, July 07, 2022

AIIB Expands Global Presence

The Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank (AIIB) Board of Directors has approved the establishment of an Interim Operational Hub* (the Hub), the Bank’s first overseas office.

Beijing, June 09, 2022

AIIB Approves EUR90M to Strengthen Vaccination and Healthcare Systems in Côte d’lvoire

The Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank (AIIB) Board of Directors has approved a EUR90 million (USD100 million equivalent) loan to support the Republic of Côte d’lvoire in strengthening its vaccination campaign and relevant healthcare systems.

Beijing, May 12, 2022

AIIB, OPEC Fund Advance Partnership for Global Infrastructure Funding

The Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank (AIIB) and the OPEC Fund for International Development (the OPEC Fund) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to expand their operational and strategic cooperation to finance global public and private sector projects, promoting sustainable, resilient and high-standard infrastructure development.

Beijing, May 11, 2022

AIIB Signs USD200M On-lending Facility to Support Sustainable Infrastructure Development in Bangladesh

The Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank (AIIB) and the Government of Bangladesh have signed a USD200-million on-lending facility to Infrastructure Development Co. Ltd (IDCOL) to finance infrastructure projects in Bangladesh, marking AIIB’s first investment through a financial institution into infrastructure in the country.

Beijing, March 31, 2022

AIIB, Uzbekistan Sign USD108-M Loan to Improve Rail Transport Connectivity

The Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank (AIIB) and the Republic of Uzbekistan have signed a USD108-million loan to electrify the Bukhara-Miskin-Urgench-Khiva railway line.

Beijing, March 29, 2022

AIIB Supports Rapid COVID-19 Vaccination Efforts in Cambodia

The Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank (AIIB) Board of Directors has approved a USD50-million loan under its COVID-19 Crisis Recovery Facility (CRF) to help Cambodia procure vaccines in line with its rapid COVID-19 vaccination efforts for vulnerable communities.

Beijing, March 24, 2022

AIIB Offers New Facility to Reduce Cost of Infrastructure Loans

The Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank’s (AIIB) Board of Directors has approved the creation of a Special Fund Window (SFW) to make its financing more affordable to its less developed members.

Beijing, March 08, 2022

AIIB Signs USD75-M Loan in Turkish Lira for Electricity Distribution Network Upgrade

The Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank (AIIB) is helping Türkiye finance Infrastructure for Tomorrow (i4t) through a USD75-million loan commitment that will contribute to the expansion, rehabilitation and improved efficiency of the electricity distribution network of Osmangazi region, a landlocked area located in the western part of Türkiye.

Beijing, March 04, 2022

AIIB Expands COVID-19 Crisis Recovery Facility to USD20 Billion

The Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank (AIIB) Board of Directors has approved an extension of the COVID-19 Crisis Recovery Facility (CRF) till end-2023 to continue supporting the Bank’s Members in overcoming their most pressing pandemic and recovery challenges.

Beijing, March 03, 2022

AIIB Statement on war in Ukraine

As the war in Ukraine unfolds, the Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank (AIIB) extends its thoughts and sympathy to everyone affected. Our hearts go out to all who are suffering.

Beijing, Jan. 27, 2022

2022: AIIB Expects Bigger Infra Funding Gap, Cyclical Tensions

The Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank (AIIB) expects uneven economic recovery to widen the infrastructure financing gap in developing and emerging Asia in 2022.

Beijing, Jan. 21, 2022

AIIB Approves First Project in Brazil

The Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank (AIIB) has approved USD100 million in on-lending funds to Brazilian development bank Banco de Desenvolvimento de Minas Gerais S.A. (BDMG) for the BDMG Renewables and Asia Connectivity Facility.

Beijing, Jan. 21, 2022

AIIB Invests in Data Center Development to Serve Emerging Asia

The Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank (AIIB) has committed USD150 million to invest in the development of data centers that mostly serve emerging Asia through the Keppel Data Centre Fund II (KDCF II), a closed-end private equity vehicle managed by Alpha Investment Partners Limited (Alpha).

Beijing, Jan. 11, 2022

AIIB Appoints New VP for Investment Operations

Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank (AIIB) President Jin Liqun has announced changes to the Bank’s Senior Management Team effective Feb. 1, 2022.

Beijing, Nov. 10, 2021

AIIB Commits USD60M to STIC Asia Infrastructure Innovation Fund

The Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank (AIIB) has approved USD60 million as a commitment to the STIC Asia Infrastructure Innovation Fund.

Beijing, Nov. 08, 2021

AIIB Supports Private Sector Investment in Efficient Energy Generation in Uzbekistan

The Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank (AIIB) has approved a USD100-million loan to ACWA Power Sirdarya LLC to support the construction of the Sirdarya 1,500 MW Combined Cycle Gas Turbines (CCGT) Power Project in the Republic of Uzbekistan.

Beijing, Nov. 02, 2021

Collective Climate Ambition - A Joint Statement at COP26 by the Multilateral Development Banks

Climate change, and the parallel crisis of environmental degradation, are critical factors affecting the development prospects of countries, businesses, and households, and threatening to reverse years of development progress.

Beijing, Oct. 29, 2021

MDB Just Transition High-Level Principles

The Multilateral Development Banks (MDBs) have jointly committed to supporting a just transition.

Beijing, Oct. 29, 2021

AIIB Launches Inaugural Sustainable Development Bonds Impact Report

The Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank (AIIB) has launched its inaugural Sustainable Development Bonds Impact Report that offers investors a view of the sustainable nature and impact of AIIB’s development work.

Beijing, Oct. 28, 2021

AIIB to Further Support Infrastructure Sector Development in Egypt

Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank (AIIB) Vice President for Policy and Strategy Sir Danny Alexander attended a signing ceremony in the United Arab Emirates to mark the completion of a loan transaction with Egypt’s largest commercial bank, National Bank of Egypt (NBE).

Beijing, Oct. 28, 2021

AIIB Report: Green Infra Critical to Global Value Chain Competitiveness

As the world grapples with supply chain disruptions brought about by the pandemic, the Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank (AIIB) has highlighted the need for inclusive and green infrastructure for global value chains (GVCs) to meet fundamental challenges, including the net zero transition.

Beijing, Oct. 27, 2021

AIIB Increases Funding for Renewables in Türkiye Through TKYB

The Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank has approved an additional loan of USD100 million to Türkiye Kalkınma ve Yatırım Bankası (TKYB) for the TKYB Renewable Energy and Energy Efficiency On-Lending Facility established to invest in renewable energy and energy efficiency projects.

Beijing, Oct. 27, 2021

AIIB’s Membership in Africa Grows as Nigeria Joins the Bank

The Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank (AIIB) has approved the application of Nigeria to join the Bank. AIIB now has 20 approved members from Africa, including 11 full members and nine prospective members.

Beijing, Oct. 26, 2021

AIIB to Fully Align with Paris Agreement Goals by Mid-2023

The Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank (AIIB) announced today that it will align its operations with the goals of the Paris Agreement by July 1, 2023.

Beijing, Oct. 21, 2021

Second Meeting of Heads of Multilateral Development Banks—2021

Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank (AIIB) President and Chair of the Board Jin Liqun chaired the second 2021 meeting of the Heads of the Multilateral Development Banks (MDBs) on Oct. 20.

Beijing, Sep. 30, 2021

AIIB Increases Green Public Rail Transport Options in India

The Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank (AIIB) has approved a USD356.67-million loan to the Government of India to support the expansion of the Chennai metro rail system.

Beijing, Sep. 27, 2021

AIIB Anchors ASIIP Regional Fund to Build Sustainable Gulf Infrastructure

The Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank (AIIB) announced that it will anchor the Aberdeen Standard Investcorp Infrastructure Partners’ (ASIIP) new regional fund (the Fund) by committing USD90 million to its first close.

Beijing, Sep. 22, 2021

AIIB Appoints 6 New Members to International Advisory Panel

The Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank’s (AIIB) International Advisory Panel (IAP) has gained six new members, bringing the total number of panelists to 12.

Abu Dhabi, UAE/Beijing, China, Sep. 21, 2021

AIIB and IRENA Team-Up to Accelerate Energy Transition

The Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank (AIIB) and the International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) committing to work together to support energy transition and promote renewable energy.

Beijing, Sep. 01, 2021

AIIB’s First Investment in Jordan Supports Climate Resilient Economic Growth

The Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank’s (AIIB) Board of Directors has approved a USD250-million investment in Jordan to accelerate economic recovery from the COVID-19 pandemic.

Beijing, Aug. 25, 2021

AIIB, MCDF Partnership to Foster High-Quality Infrastructure Investments

The Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank (AIIB) has become the first implementing partner of the Multilateral Cooperation Center for Development Finance (MCDF).

Beijing, Aug. 09, 2021

AIIB Supports Climate Adaptation, Disaster Resilience in Kerala, India

The Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank (AIIB) has approved USD125 million to help India’s state government of Kerala better prepare against natural disasters, the impact of climate change and the outbreak of disease and pandemics.

Beijing, July 22, 2021

AIIB Makes Changes to Leadership Team

Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank (AIIB) President Jin Liqun has announced changes to the Bank’s Senior Management Team effective August 1, 2021.

Beijing, July 15, 2021

AIIB Supports Resilience and Recovery of Private Sector in Rwanda

Efforts by the Government of Rwanda to increase access to finance for businesses affected by the COVID-19 pandemic and build post-pandemic economic resilience received a boost after approval of a USD100-million loan from the Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank (AIIB).

Beijing, July 15, 2021

AIIB Extends Additional Support to Indonesia for COVID-19 Vaccine Readiness and Emergency Response

To help Indonesia prevent, detect and respond to the threat posed by COVID-19 and strengthen national systems for public health preparedness, the Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank (AIIB) is extending a USD500-million loan to the Government.

Beijing, July 13, 2021

UAE, AIIB Sign MOU to Host Sixth AIIB Annual Meeting

The United Arab Emirates (UAE) will host the Sixth Annual Meeting of the Board of Governors of the Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank (AIIB) with the theme “Investing Today, Transforming Tomorrow” virtually on Oct. 26-28, 2021.

Beijing, July 08, 2021

AIIB Joins Global Infrastructure Facility to Enhance Multilateral Cooperation

The Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank (AIIB) is expanding into a new partnership by becoming a technical partner of the Global Infrastructure Facility (GIF).

Beijing, July 07, 2021

Accelerating Global Efforts for Priority Populations to Access Vaccines

The Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank (AIIB) approved a USD21-million loan to support Mongolia’s roll-out of its COVID-19 vaccine delivery plan.

Beijing, China, June 30, 2021

MDBs’ Climate Finance Rose to US$66 Billion in 2020, Joint Report Shows

Climate finance committed by major multilateral development banks (MDBs) rose to a total of US$ 66 billion last year from US$ 61.6 billion in 2019, according to the 2020 Joint Report on Multilateral Development Banks’ Climate Finance, published today.

Beijing, June 11, 2021

Asia’s first fully-fledged infrastructure securitization platform receives USD60-M commitment from AIIB

The Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank (AIIB) is committing USD60 million to Bayfront Infrastructure Management’s (Bayfront) debut issuance of infrastructure asset-backed securities (IABS).

Beijing, June 07, 2021

Applying Best Environmental and Social Practices to AIIB Projects

Located along the southern coastline of Lombok, an island in Indonesia close to Bali, the Mandalika Tourism Project is a far-reaching undertaking by the Indonesia Tourism Development Corporation (ITDC) to create a tourist destination that will make the most of the island’s white sandy beaches while also maintaining the natural beauty and culture of the area.

Beijing, June 01, 2021

AIIB Approves First Learning and Evaluation Policy

The Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank’s (AIIB) Board of Directors has approved a new policy that will formally embed learning and evaluation for continuous improvement into the Bank’s governance framework.

Beijing, May 28, 2021

AIIB Commits USD50M at the Initial Closing of the SUSI Asia Energy Transition Fund

The Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank (AIIB) is commiting USD50 million to the SUSI Asia Energy Transition Fund, contributing to its first closing held this week.

Beijing, May 25, 2021

Emerging Tech in Bangladesh Bridge Construction

The Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank (AIIB) has approved a USD260-million loan to Bangladesh for the construction of a bridge that will make use of the latest advances in technology to improve safety and promote early detection of structural damage.

Beijing, China, May 21, 2021

AIIB Strengthens Its Commitment to Environmental and Social Standards

Today, the Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank (AIIB) Board of Directors reaffirmed its commitment to environmental and social standards by approving a revised Environmental and Social Framework (ESF).

Beijing, April 28, 2021

AIIB Prices Inaugural AUD500m Sustainable Development Kangaroo Bond

The Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank (AIIB) today successfully priced its debut sustainable development Kangaroo bond.

Beijing, April 21, 2021

First Meeting of the Heads of the Multilateral Development Banks 2021

Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank’s (AIIB) President Jin Liqun chaired the first meeting in 2021 of the Heads of the Multilateral Development Banks (MDB) today.

Beijing, April 21, 2021

AIIB Launches Sustainable Development Bond Framework

Today, the Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank (AIIB) launched a new framework to help the investor community better assess how the Bank is living up to its sustainability commitments.

Beijing, April 06, 2021

AIIB and EBRD streamline co-financing procedures

The Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank (AIIB) and the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) are streamlining their cooperation to promote economic development and investment across countries where both institutions are active.

Beijing, China, March 25, 2021

AIIB Financing Supports Members’ Pandemic Response with Vaccine Access

The Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank (AIIB) today launched its first vaccine financing under its COVID-19 Crisis Recovery Facility (CRF) to respond to its members’ urgent needs for access to vaccines.

Jakarta, Indonesia, March 01, 2021

AIIB President Jin Liqun attends virtual signing ceremony in support of the Government of Indonesia’s Multifunctional Satellite PPP Project

Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank (AIIB) President Jin Liqun attended a virtual ceremony on Feb. 26, 2021 to witness the completion of financing documents for SMF Multifunctional Satellite which was held in the Presidential Palace of Indonesia.

Washington, Jan. 25, 2021

How We Rebuild: A Conversation with President Jin Liqun on AIIB’s Fifth Anniversary

COVID-19 has exposed fault lines, vulnerabilities, and structural weaknesses in emerging and advanced economies with recovery now expected to be long, uneven and uncertain.

Beijing, China, Jan. 18, 2021

AIIB President Jin Liqun Appoints Alberto Ninio as General Counsel

Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank (AIIB) President Jin Liqun announced that Alberto Ninio has been appointed as the Bank’s General Counsel effective Jan. 18, 2021.

Beijing, China, Jan. 13, 2021

AIIB Forecasts Five Key Infrastructure Trends in Post-COVID Recovery

The Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank (AIIB) is identifying five emerging infrastructure trends that will shape Asia’s post-COVID-19 recovery that are based on the Bank’s experience and analysis over five years of operations.

Beijing, China, Sep. 28, 2020

AIIB Approves USD150-M Loan to Improve Digital Connectivity in Indonesia

The Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank (AIIB) is ramping up its investment in digital infrastructure among its members, with a USD150-million nonsovereign loan to Satelit Nusantara Tiga (SNT) for a multi-functional satellite that will cover 45 million people.

Beijing, China, Sep. 11, 2020

Waste-to-Energy Project in Maldives Gets AIIB Support

As an island state, the Maldives does not have a lot of land to waste. Eighty percent of its total land area is distributed among 1,200 coral islands, of which only 188 are inhabited, many are remote, and nearly all are physically vulnerable to rising sea levels.

Beijing, China, Sep. 09, 2020

AIIB and Amundi Launch Climate Change Investment Framework to Drive Asia’s Green Recovery and Transition

A new AIIB-Amundi Climate Change Investment Framework is being launched today by the Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank (AIIB) and Amundi, Europe’s largest asset manager.

Beijing, China, Sep. 02, 2020

AIIB and the Izmir Metropolitan Municipality Sign Loan Agreement to Improve Transport Connectivity and Urban Mobility

The Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank (AIIB) and the Izmir Metropolitan Municipality have signed a loan agreement of EUR50 million (approximately USD60 million equivalent) to İzmir Büyükşehir Belediyesi (Izmir Metropolitan Municipality) to extend and increase the capacity, connectivity and efficiency of a metro line in the city of Izmir, Türkiye.

Beijing, China, Sep. 01, 2020

AIIB Appoints Erik Berglof as Inaugural Chief Economist

Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank (AIIB) President Jin Liqun today announced that Erik Berglof has been appointed the Bank’s first Chief Economist, effective Sep. 1, 2020.

Beijing, China, Aug. 31, 2020

AIIB Approves EUR70-M Loan to Support Türkiye’s Healthcare Infrastructure

The Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank’s (AIIB) Board of Directors has approved a loan of EUR70 million (approximately USD82.6 million equivalent) to support the Government of Türkiye in strengthening its healthcare emergency response against the COVID-19 pandemic.

Beijing, China, Aug. 28, 2020

AIIB Approves USD100-Million Loan to Bangladesh for COVID-19 Response

To help Bangladesh respond to the challenges of the COVID-19 pandemic, the Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank (AIIB) has approved a USD100-million loan which will enable the Government of Bangladesh to ramp up its testing, tracing and treatment capacity and improve the longer-term pandemic preparedness of the country.

Beijing, China, Aug. 18, 2020

AIIB Approves $100-M Loan to Uzbekistan for Healthcare Emergency Response

The Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank’s (AIIB) Board of Directors has approved a loan of USD100 million to Uzbekistan to strengthen the country’s public health emergency response and preparedness to address the COVID-19 pandemic and enhance its resilience to future public health disasters.

Beijing, China, Aug. 17, 2020

AIIB’s First Loan to the Kyrgyz Republic Supports Private Sector’s Pandemic Response

The Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank’s (AIIB) Board of Directors has approved a loan of USD50 million to the Kyrgyz Republic to help address the urgent liquidity pressures faced by its micro, small and medium enterprises (MSMEs) as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic.

Beijing, China, Aug. 14, 2020

AIIB Approves USD50-Million Loan to Fiji for COVID-19 Response

To help the Republic of Fiji cope with the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic, the Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank (AIIB) has approved a USD50-million loan to support the government’s efforts to provide assistance to the formal sector, including small and medium enterprises and their employees, and members of the informal sector, including women microenterpreneurs, such as hawkers.

Beijing, China, July 28, 2020

AIIB to Hold its First Annual Meeting in the Middle East in the UAE

The Board of Governors of the Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank (AIIB) announced that its sixth Annual Meeting will be held in Dubai, United Arab Emirates (UAE) on Oct. 27-28, 2021.

Beijing, China, July 28, 2020

AIIB’s Membership in Africa Grows as Liberia Joins the Bank

The Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank (AIIB) now has 10 members and nine prospective members from Africa after its Board of Governors approved the application of Liberia to join the Bank.

Beijing, China, July 28, 2020

Jin Liqun Reelected President of AIIB

Jin Liqun has been elected to a second term as President of the Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank (AIIB) by the Bank’s Board of Governors.

Beijing, China, July 28, 2020

2020 AIIB Annual Meeting
Opening Ceremony Speech
by AIIB President Jin Liqun

I welcome you all to the 2020 Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank Annual Meeting.

Beijing, China, July 27, 2020

His Excellency Xi Jinping, President of the People’s Republic of China to Participate in 2020 AIIB Annual Meeting

His Excellency Xi Jinping, President of the People’s Republic of China, will provide the opening address at the Opening Ceremony for the 2020 Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank’s (AIIB) Annual Meeting.

Beijing, China, July 22, 2020

AIIB Approves USD250-Million Loan to Assist Pakistan to Mitigate Impact of COVID-19

The Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank’s (AIIB) Board of Directors approved a loan of USD250 million to help Pakistan strengthen its response to the social and economic fallout from the COVID-19 pandemic.

Beijing, China, July 21, 2020

AIIB Approves EUR45 Million Loan to Georgia for COVID-19 Crisis Mitigation

The Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank’s (AIIB) Board of Directors has approved a loan of EUR45 million (approximately USD50 million equivalent) to Georgia to mitigate the negative economic and social impacts of COVID-19 and sustain the momentum of pre-pandemic reforms that support economic growth and resilience.

Beijing, China, July 17, 2020

AIIB Approves First Viet Nam Loan to Help Private Sector COVID-19 Response

The Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank’s (AIIB) Board of Directors approved a loan of USD100 million to Viet Nam’s Prosperity Joint Stock Commercial Bank (VP Bank).

Beijing, China, July 06, 2020

AIIB Approves EUR661.8-M Loan to Support Kazakhstan’s Pandemic Response

The Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank’s (AIIB) Board of Directors has approved a loan of EUR661.8 million (approximately USD750 million equivalent) to provide budgetary support to the Government of Kazakhstan in mitigating the adverse impacts of COVID-19 on the health, income and economic opportunities of the country’s population.

Beijing, China, July 03, 2020

USD500-M COVID-19 Loans from AIIB to Increase Access to Liquidity in Türkiye

The Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank’s (AIIB) Board of Directors has approved loans totaling USD500 million to two development banks in Türkiye, backed by a government guarantee, to alleviate liquidity constraints faced by Turkish companies in infrastructure and other productive sectors as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic.

Beijing, China, July 01, 2020

AIIB Approves First Loan to Maldives in Support of COVID-19 Response

The Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank’s (AIIB) Board of Directors has approved a loan of USD7.3 million to the Maldives to strengthen the country’s health response to the COVID-19 pandemic.

Beijing, China, June 24, 2020

USD165.5-M AIIB Loan to Enhance Uzbekistan Transport Connectivity

The Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank’s (AIIB) Board of Directors has approved a loan of USD165.5 million to Uzbekistan to improve the road efficiency, safety and climate resilience of major cross-border roads in the Bukhara region.

Beijing, China, June 23, 2020

AIIB Approves USD1 Billion in Loans to Indonesia for COVID-19 Response

The Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank (AIIB) has approved a total of USD1 billion in loans for two projects in Indonesia as part of a coordinated international effort to support the Indonesian Government’s plans to strengthen the country’s social safety nets, bolster its health response and stem the economic downturn from the coronavirus health crisis.

Beijing, China, June 19, 2020

Nomination Process Closed: 2020 Presidential Election

The Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank (AIIB) has closed the nomination process for the election of its next President.

Beijing, China, June 19, 2020

AIIB Approves First Loan to Mongolia in Support of COVID-19 Response

The Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank’s (AIIB) Board of Directors has approved a loan of USD100 million to Mongolia to support its COVID-19 Rapid Response Program, which aims to mitigate the adverse health, social and economic impacts caused by the pandemic and to alleviate poverty. This is AIIB’s first project financing in the country.

Beijing, China, June 18, 2020

AIIB Supports Pakistan’s Efforts to Manage COVID-19 with USD500-M Loan

The Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank’s (AIIB) Board of Directors has approved a loan of USD500 million for the COVID-19 Active Response and Expenditure Support (CARES) Program to support the Government of Pakistan’s efforts to effectively manage the COVID-19 outbreak and reduce its immediate social and economic impacts.

Beijing, China, June 17, 2020

AIIB Approves USD750-M Loan to India for COVID-19 Response

The Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank (AIIB) has approved a USD750-million loan to India to assist the government to strengthen its response to the adverse impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic on millions of poor and vulnerable households.

Beijing, China, June 11, 2020

AIIB Prices RMB3 Billion Inaugural Panda Bond

The Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank (AIIB) today successfully priced its inaugural renminbi-denominated Sustainable Development Bond in the China Interbank Bond Market (CIBM). The RMB3 billion issuance has a maturity of 3 years with a coupon rate of 2.40% and carries the Combating COVID-19 label approved by the National Association of Financial Market Institutional Investors.

Beijing, China, June 03, 2020

Three Members Appointed to AIIB’s Inaugural Sanctions Panel

Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank (AIIB) President Jin Liqun has appointed three members to the Bank’s inaugural Sanctions Panel.

Beijing, China, May 29, 2020

AIIB Approves USD750-M Loan to the Philippines for COVID-19 Response

As part of a coordinated international effort, the Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank (AIIB) has approved a USD750-million loan to the Philippines to stave off the worst public health and economic effects of the COVID-19 pandemic.

Beijing, China, May 22, 2020

AIIB Approves EUR91.34 Million COVID-19 Emergency Assistance to Georgia

The Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank’s (AIIB) Board of Directors has approved a loan of EUR91.34 million (approximately USD100 million equivalent) in support of an emergency project to help the Government of Georgia mitigate and address the health and social impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic.

Beijing, China, May 21, 2020

AIIB Approves USD250 Million Loan to Bangladesh for COVID-19 Response

The Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank (AIIB) has approved a USD250 million loan to Bangladesh as the country grapples with the fallout from the novel coronavirus disease (COVID-19).

Beijing, China, May 19, 2020

AIIB Launches 2020 Presidential Election

The Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank (AIIB) has opened the nomination process for the election of its next President.

Beijing, China, May 13, 2020

AIIB Appoints New External Members of its Audit and Risk Committee

The Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank (AIIB) has appointed Ms. Ai Phing Cheng and Ms. Elisabeth Stheeman as external members of the Audit and Risk Committee (ARC) of the Board of Directors, as part of the succession plan for the ARC.

Beijing, China, May 08, 2020

AIIB Approves USD500M to Support India’s Response to COVID-19

The Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank’s (AIIB) Board of Directors has approved a loan of USD500 million to support India’s efforts to prevent, detect and respond to the threat posed by COVID-19 by strengthening the preparedness of the country’s national health system.

Beijing, China, April 20, 2020

AIIB Approves USD170-M Loan to Improve Bangladesh Sanitation Infrastructure

About 1.5 million residents in Bangladesh’s capital Dhaka will benefit from improved sanitation services following the approval by the Board of Directors of the Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank (AIIB) of a USD170-million loan.

Beijing, China, April 17, 2020

AIIB Approves USD100-M Investment in Infrastructure Private Equity Fund

The Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank’s (AIIB) Board of Directors has approved a commitment of USD100 million to the Keppel Asia Infrastructure Fund (the Fund) and a co-investment sleeve of up to USD50 million.

Beijing, China, April 17, 2020

AIIB Doubles COVID-19 Crisis Response to USD10 Billion

The Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank (AIIB) is doubling available funds under its COVID-19 Crisis Recovery Facility to provide USD5-10 billion due to high client demand.

Beijing, China, April 09, 2020

AIIB Commits USD385M for Improving Water Access in Uzbekistan

The Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank’s (AIIB) Board of Directors has approved a USD385-million loan to provide access to safely managed water and sanitation services and strengthen the operational performance of water utility in Uzbekistan’s Bukhara Region.

Beijing, China, April 07, 2020

AIIB Approves Emergency Loan to Support China’s Public Health Infrastructure

In response to China’s emergency financing needs for public health infrastructure to manage the spread of COVID-19, the Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank’s (AIIB) Board of Directors has approved a sovereign-backed loan of RMB2,485 million (approximately USD355 million equivalent) as an adaptive way of upgrading the country’s sustainable public health infrastructure and providing emergency equipment and supplies.

Beijing, China, April 06, 2020

AIIB Approves USD404-M Loan to Improve Bangladesh Cross-Border Connectivity

The Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank (AIIB) has approved a USD404-million loan to improve Bangladesh’s intercity travel and cross-border connectivity.

Beijing, China, April 03, 2020

AIIB Looks to Launch USD5 Billion COVID-19 Crisis Recovery Facility

The Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank (AIIB) is proposing to its Board of Directors to create a crisis recovery facility in response to urgent economic, financial and public health pressures and to support a quick recovery after the current crisis.

Beijing, China, March 26, 2020

AIIB’s USD60-M Solar Investment in Oman Supports Diversified Energy Mix

The Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank’s (AIIB) Board of Directors has approved a USD60-million loan to increase Oman’s renewable power generation capacity and reduce the country’s dependence on gas and other fossil fuels for electricity generation. This is AIIB’s first nonsovereign-backed financing in the country’s renewable energy sector.

Beijing, China, March 25, 2020

AIIB To Scale Up Public Health Infrastructure in Wake of COVID-19

Recognizing that countries with fragile infrastructure have less capacity to handle health crises, the Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank (AIIB) is working to scale up infrastructure investment—including in public health, healthcare and information and communications technology (ICT)—to better serve members impacted by COVID-19.

Beijing, China, March 03, 2020

USD200M AIIB Loan to Help Increase Electricity Access in Bangladesh

The Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank (AIIB) has approved a USD200-million loan to Bangladesh to increase access to electricity and improve service efficiency in the capital of Dhaka and the country’s western zone.

Beijing, China, Feb. 24, 2020

AIIB Donates USD1M to Help China Fight COVID-19

The Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank (AIIB) is contributing USD1 million to help China control the spread of COVID-19. The amount comprises donations from AIIB staff and matching funds from the Bank.

Beijing, China, Feb. 10, 2020

AIIB to Invest in Emergency Public Health Infrastructure in China

The Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank (AIIB) announced today it has been in active discussions with the Government of China to strengthen the country’s emergency public health infrastructure.

Beijing, China, Jan. 26, 2020

Statement of Support

We would like to express our deep sympathy to the Chinese government for the urgent situation in addressing the spread of the coronavirus.

Beijing, China, Jan. 17, 2020

AIIB Investing to Address the Digital Divide in Asia

With four billion people globally still unconnected, the Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank (AIIB) is seeking to address the growing digital divide.

Beijing, China, Dec. 17, 2019

AIIB Invests USD500M for Low-Carbon Energy, Air Quality Improvement in China

The Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank (AIIB) is investing USD500 million to support China’s efforts to transition to a lower-carbon energy future.

Beijing, China, Dec. 16, 2019

AIIB Invests USD500M to Support Türkiye’s Urban and Energy Infrastructure

The Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank’s (AIIB) Board of Directors has approved investments into two private equity funds for a total commitment of USD125 million.

Beijing, China, Dec. 13, 2019

AIIB Approves USD125M Into Two Private Equity Funds to Mobilize Private Capital

The Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank’s (AIIB) Board of Directors has approved investments into two private equity funds for a total commitment of USD125 million.

Beijing, China, Dec. 12, 2019

AIIB Makes First Investment in Russia With USD500-M Transport Project

The Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank (AIIB) has approved its first investment in the Russian Federation to improve transport connectivity and road safety in the country’s key economic corridors.

Singapore and Beijing, Nov. 28, 2019

AIIB, Clifford Capital Establish Financial Platform to Provide Institutional Capital Access to Infrastructure Debt Financing

The Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank (AIIB) and Clifford Capital Pte. Ltd. (Clifford Capital) have announced the establishment of Bayfront Infrastructure Management Pte. Ltd.

Nur-Sultan, Kazakhstan, Nov. 28, 2019

Signing of the Memorandum of Understanding between AIIB and the Ministry of Energy of the Republic of Kazakhstan

On Nov. 28, 2019, Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank (AIIB) Director General of Investment Operations Yee Ean Pang and the Acting Minister Makhambet Dosmukhambetov of the Ministry of Energy of the Republic of Kazakhstan signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to enhance the investing environment for renewable energy in Kazakhstan.

Islamabad, Nov. 21, 2019

AIIB Commits USD112 Million to Improve Transport and Water Services in Karachi

Residents across Karachi will have greater access to basic services following recent investments by the Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank (AIIB) to improve the city’s transport and water services.

Beijing, Nov. 18, 2019

AIIB President Welcomes HRH Princess Astrid of Belgium, Representative of His Majesty the King, and Belgian Business Delegation to Beijing Headquarters

Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank (AIIB) President Jin Liqun today welcomed Her Royal Highness Princess Astrid of Belgium to the Bank’s headquarters in Beijing, China.

Mumbai, India, Nov. 15, 2019

AIIB Investment in India nears USD3 Billion

The Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank (AIIB) has ramped up its investments in India with total in-country financing now standing at USD2.9 billion.

Beijing, China, Oct. 11, 2019

AIIB International Advisory Panel Gains 2 New Members

The Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank’s (AIIB) International Advisory Panel (IAP) has gained two new members.

Beijing, China, Sep. 23, 2019

MDBs Unite to Raise Annual Global Climate Finance to USD175B by 2025

Nine multilateral development banks (MDBs) announced plans to increase global climate action investments they support each year to USD175 billion by 2025, based on a statement at the UN Secretary-General’s Climate Action Summit in New York.

London and Beijing, Sep. 10, 2019

AIIB and Amundi Launch Innovative USD 500-Million Climate Bond Portfolio to Mobilize Climate Action

The Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank (AIIB) and Amundi, Europe’s largest asset manager, have announced a USD500-million Asia Climate Bond Portfolio which aims to accelerate climate action in the Bank’s members and address the underdevelopment of the climate bond market.

Beijing, Aug. 20, 2019

AIIB Becomes a Member of the Ethics Network of Multilateral Organizations (ENMO)

The Ethics Network of Multilateral Organizations (ENMO) has approved the Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank for membership.

Beijing, July 25, 2019

AIIB, EBRD and BSTDB co-finance expansion of Türkiye’s largest geothermal plant

Three major development banks are helping Türkiye diversify its energy mix with an investment adding close to 100 MW in capacity to EFELER, the country’s largest geothermal power plant.

Luxembourg, July 13, 2019

China to host 2020 AIIB Annual Meeting

The Board of Governors of the Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank (AIIB) announced that its fifth Annual Meeting will be held in Beijing, China in July 2020.

Luxembourg, July 13, 2019

AIIB reaches 100-member milestone

The Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank (AIIB) now has 100 approved members after its Board of Governors today supported the applications of three African countries.

Luxembourg, July 13, 2019

OPENING ADDRESS
Meeting of the AIIB Board of Governors 2019
President Jin Liqun

We in the Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank are honored to be invited to this beautiful country for our fourth annual meeting, the first to be held in Europe and outside Asia.

Luxembourg, July 12, 2019

AIIB Signs Agreements to Deepen International Cooperation

The Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank (AIIB) this week signed cooperation agreements with two leading global partners as part of its ongoing commitment to expand collaboration with the international community.

Luxembourg, July 12, 2019

Around Eight Per Cent GDP Infrastructure Investment Key to Asia’s Socio-Economic Growth and connecting Asia to the World: AIIB President Jin Liqun

Opening the 2019 Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank Annual Meeting in Luxembourg in the presence of HRH Grand Duke of Luxembourg and Luxembourg Prime Minister Xavier Bettel and Luxembourg Minister of Finance and Chairman of the Board of Governors for the 2019 Annual Meeting, Pierre Gramegna, AIIB President Jin Liqun, set out the Bank’s commitment to drive the green economy through sustainable, adaptable and innovative infrastructure investment.

Luxembourg, July 12, 2019

AIIB Partners With Aberdeen Standard Investments

The Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank (AIIB) and Aberdeen Standard Investments (ASI) have forged a strategic partnership that aims to develop debt capital markets for infrastructure, drive responsible investing in fixed income and build a sustainable environmental, social and governance (ESG) ecosystem in emerging markets in Asia.

Luxembourg, July 12, 2019

AIIB Approves USD75-Million Investment in Private Equity Fund

The Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank’s (AIIB) Board of Directors has approved a USD75-million investment into the Asia Investment Fund (AIF), a closed-end private equity fund established in Hong Kong, China that focuses on telecommunication, transportation and energy.

Luxembourg, July 12, 2019

AIIB Approves On-Lending Facility to Support Renewable Energy in India

The Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank’s (AIIB) latest project will increase the supply of renewable energy in India by mobilizing private capital.

Luxembourg, July 12, 2019

AIIB’s First Project in Cambodia to Help Improve Fiber Optic Communication Network

Cambodia will see a major improvement in internet speed and quality following a USD75-million investment by the Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank (AIIB) into the country’s largest independent fiber optic network provider.

Luxembourg, July 12, 2019

AIIB Approves USD100 Million Loan to Improve Bangladesh Water Supply, Sanitation

The Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank (AIIB) has approved a USD100-million loan to Bangladesh to accelerate the country’s efforts to deliver improved water supply and sanitation services to underserved communities.

Beijing, China, June 27, 2019

AIIB Makes First Equity Investment in Infrastructure Investment Trust

India’s roads and highways will benefit from new financing sources thanks to the Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank’s (AIIB) first direct equity investment in India’s national highways.

Beijing, China, June 24, 2019

Asia-Europe Cooperation, Digital Connectivity Highlighted at 2019 AIIB Annual Meeting

High-level seminars on the benefits of stronger Asia-Europe cooperation and connectivity will anchor the 2019 Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank (AIIB) Annual Meeting in Luxembourg on July 12-13.

Beijing, China, June 10, 2019

AIIB Approves First Investment in Nepal

The Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank’s (AIIB) Board of Directors has approved a loan of up to USD90 million for the Upper Trishuli-1 Hydropower Project, AIIB’s first project in Nepal.

Beijing, China, May 09, 2019

AIIB reaches new milestone by pricing debut global bond to unlock financing for infrastructure

London, UK - The Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank (AIIB) today priced its first global bond. The five-year bond raised USD 2,500,000,000 and will drive AIIB’s priorities of investing in sustainable infrastructure, developing cross-border connectivity, and promoting Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) investing in Emerging Asia.

Beijing, China, April 22, 2019

AIIB Approves Membership of Côte d’Ivoire, Guinea, Tunisia, and Uruguay

The Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank’s (AIIB) Board of Governors has approved membership applications of four more countries, bringing AIIB’s total approved membership to 97.

Beijing, China, April 04, 2019

AIIB Approves USD280 Million for First Two Projects in Sri Lanka

The Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank’s (AIIB) Board of Directors has approved its first two projects in Sri Lanka.

Beijing, China, April 04, 2019

AIIB Approves First Project in Lao PDR

The Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank’s (AIIB) Board of Directors has approved a loan of USD40 million to improve a critical section of National Road 13 in the Lao People’s Democratic Republic (Lao PDR).

Beijing, China, March 28, 2019

AIIB Investing in Bangladesh to Increase Stability of Electricity Supply

Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank (AIIB) President Jin Liqun has approved a loan of USD120 million for a project that will upgrade and expand the power transmission system in the Chittagong region of Bangladesh, home to more than 4 million people.

Beijing, China, Jan. 29, 2019

Infrastructure Investment Needs to Scale Up to Ensure Long-Term Growth in Asia: AIIB Report

Infrastructure projects focused on cross-border connectivity present significant investment opportunities and are vital for long-term growth in Asia.

Beijing, China, Jan. 16, 2019

AIIB Turns 3, Reflects on Startup Growth

The Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank (AIIB) has completed three years of operations. On its third anniversary, the Bank reflects on its highlights since it became operational on Jan. 16, 2016.

Beijing, China, Jan. 09, 2019

AIIB to Develop Infrastructure as an Asset Class and Catalyze ESG Investing Principles in Emerging Asia

The Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank’s (AIIB) Board of Directors has approved USD500 million for a managed credit portfolio that aims to develop infrastructure as an asset class, develop debt capital markets for infrastructure and promote the integration of Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) principles in fixed income investments in Emerging Asia.

Beijing, China, Dec. 07, 2018

AIIB to Support Indonesia’s Sustainable Tourism Development

The global tourism industry continues to grow and is a vital source of employment and income, contributing over 10 percent of global gross domestic product and linked to 10 percent of jobs worldwide.

Beijing, China, Dec. 03, 2018

MDBs’ Alignment Approach to the Objectives of the Paris Agreement

Multilateral Development Banks (MDBs) today announced a joint framework for aligning their activities with the goals of the Paris Agreement, reinforcing their commitment to combat climate change.

Beijing, China, Oct. 31, 2018

AIIB, EDB Strengthen Cooperation to Increase Development Across Eurasia

The Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank (AIIB) and the Eurasian Development Bank (EDB) have agreed to enhance collaboration in common areas of interest and support the development of projects in countries eligible to receive financial assistance from the two banks.

Beijing, China, Oct. 11, 2018

AIIB Modernizes its Policy to Increase Transparency

The Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank’s (AIIB) Policy on Public Information (PPI) has been approved by its Board of Directors, enhancing the transparency and accountability of AIIB.

Beijing, China, Oct. 10, 2018

Three New Members Join the Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank’s International Advisory Panel

At its fifth meeting, the Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank’s International Advisory Panel (IAP) announced three new members. AIIB established the IAP to advise the President and senior management on development of the bank’s strategies, policies and operational approach. At this year’s meeting, the IAP provided feedback and advice on AIIB’s business model.

Beijing, China, Oct. 09, 2018

AIIB Promotes Sustainable Development Goals in New Transport Sector Strategy

The Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank (AIIB) has released its Transport Sector Strategy , which will guide the Bank’s infrastructure investments in the transport sector in Asia and beyond.

Beijing, China, Sep. 28, 2018

AIIB’s First On-lending Facility Supports Renewable Energy Projects in Türkiye

The Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank’s (AIIB) Board of Directors has approved a loan of up to USD200 million to the Industrial Development Bank of Türkiye (TSKB), backed by a guarantee from the Government of Türkiye. The loan will support long-term financing, primarily for renewable energy and energy efficiency projects.

Beijing, China, Sep. 28, 2018

Rural Population of Andhra Pradesh, India to Benefit from New Investment

More than two million people living in rural areas of Andhra Pradesh, India, stand to benefit from an improved road network connecting them with markets, schools and other services after approval was provided by the Board of Directors of the Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank (AIIB) for a USD455-million loan.

Beijing, China, Sep. 28, 2018

AIIB Helps Bring Improved Sanitation Services to Rural Egypt

The Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank’s (AIIB) Board of Directors approved its first sovereign loan to the Egyptian government for USD300 million to improve rural sanitation services for 892,000 people in 178,000 rural households in selected governorates in the country.

Beijing, China, Aug. 27, 2018

AIIB Opens Public Consultation on Draft Sustainable Cities Strategy

The Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank (AIIB) has opened public consultations on the draft of its Sustainable Cities Strategy. The Strategy outlines AIIB’s vision of realizing economically, environmentally and socially sustainable Asian cities that are green, resilient, efficient, accessible and thriving (GREAT).

Beijing, China, July 26, 2018

AIIB Welcomes HK Contribution of USD10 Million to Help Low-Income Countries in Asia

Hong Kong, China will contribute USD10 million to the Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank’s (AIIB) Project Preparation Special Fund, according to AIIB President Jin Liqun and Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (HKSAR) Chief Executive Carrie Lam. The fund provides grant support to low-income members of AIIB to help them prepare high-quality infrastructure projects.

Beijing, China, July 09, 2018

AIIB to Transition to New Model For Project Approvals

The Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank’s (AIIB) Board of Directors has approved a new governance model that will strengthen its role in establishing the policies and strategies of the bank and its ability to hold the President accountable for the management of AIIB. It will also delegate authority to the President to approve a select group of projects based on predetermined criteria. This new model is expected to enhance efficiency and make the President more responsible and accountable to the shareholders for AIIB’s operations.

Beijing, China, July 03, 2018

AIIB Approves $250M to Modernize, Rehabilitate Irrigation in Indonesia

The Board of Directors of the Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank (AIIB) has approved a USD250 million loan to improve irrigation services and management accountability in Indonesia.

Ankara, Türkiye, June 27, 2018

AIIB Approves First Loan in Türkiye; USD600M Investment to Improve Gas Supply

The Board of Directors of the Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank (AIIB) has approved a USD600-million loan to increase the reliability and security of Türkiye’s gas supply. The project, cofinanced with the World Bank, is AIIB’s first project to be financed in Türkiye.

Mumbai, India, June 26, 2018

AIIB Approves Lebanon Membership

The Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank’s (AIIB) Board of Governors has approved a new membership application from the Republic of Lebanon, bringing AIIB’s total approved membership to 87.

Mumbai, India, June 26, 2018

Luxembourg to Host 2019 AIIB Annual Meeting

The Board of Governors of the Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank (AIIB) announced today that the Fourth AIIB Annual Meeting will be held in Luxembourg in July 2019.

Mumbai, India, June 26, 2018

Opening Address Meeting of the AIIB Board of Governors President Jin Liqun

Honorable Prime Minister of India, Finance Minister, Governor and Chief Minister of Maharashtra, Distinguished Governors and Members of the Board of Directors, Honored Guests, Ladies and Gentlemen.

Mumbai, India, June 25, 2018

AIIB and IsDB Group Join Forces to Grow Sustainable Infrastructure

For the first time, the Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank (AIIB) and the Islamic Development Bank Group (IsDB Group) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to establish a framework for strategic cooperation, including actively seeking to co- finance projects in common areas of operations. The overarching theme of the MOU will be "Mobilizing Financing for Infrastructure: Innovation & Collaboration".

Mumbai, India, June 25, 2018

AIIB Investment to Attract Private Capital, Help Indian Infrastructure Development

The Board of Directors of the Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank (AIIB) has approved an equity investment of USD 100 million in India’s National Investment and Infrastructure Fund’s (NIIF) Fund of Funds as Phase I for the NIIF Fund of Funds initial closing. AIIB is considering a further investment of USD 100 million as part of Phase II for the final closing, which would bring the bank’s total commitment to USD 200 million.

Beijing, May 10, 2018

AIIB Launches Public Consultation on Draft Transport Strategy

The Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank (AIIB) has launched public consultations on its Draft Transport Sector Strategy. The draft strategy outlines AIIB’s vision to develop sustainable and integrated transport systems that promote trade and economic growth in Asia.

Beijing, May 02, 2018

AIIB Approves Membership of Papua New Guinea and Kenya

The Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank’s (AIIB) Board of Governors has adopted resolutions approving two applicants to join the Bank, bringing AIIB’s total approved membership to 86. This round of approved applicants includes one regional and one nonregional prospective members.

Washington, April 19, 2018

Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank and African Development Bank sign MoU to promote cooperation

A Memorandum of Understanding to enhance collaboration on sustainable economic development was signed on April 18 by the Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank and the African Development Bank and formalized during the World Bank-International Monetary Fund Spring Meetings in Washington, DC.

Beijing, April 11, 2018

AIIB invests $140M to Improve Rural Connectivity in India

Approximately 1.5 million rural residents in Madhya Pradesh, India, stand to directly benefit from improved livelihoods, education and mobility with the USD140-million loan approved by the Board of Directors of the Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank (AIIB).

Beijing, April 05, 2018

AIIB Adopts Strategy on Private Capital Mobilization

The Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank (AIIB) has released its "Strategy on Mobilizing Private Capital for Infrastructure" to further define the bank’s approach to making investment in emerging market infrastructure more attractive to private investors.

Beijing, Feb. 26, 2018

AIIB Invests to Help Bangladesh Address Power Shortages

The Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank’s (AIIB) Board of Directors has approved a loan of up to USD60 million for a project that will increase power generation capacity in Bangladesh and help the country respond to power shortages.

Beijing, Dec. 11, 2017

AIIB Supports UN Anti-Corruption Day with Week of Events

The Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank (AIIB) joined other multilateral development banks, international organizations and civil society in celebrating the United Nations’ International Anti-Corruption Day, true to the Bank’s commitment to ensure its operations remain "clean" and free of corruption.

Beijing, Oct. 23, 2017

AIIB Taps International Experts for Strategic Advice

Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank (AIIB) President Jin Liqun and senior members of his team received strategic and actionable advice on AIIB’s long-term business model and how to navigate the global context of multilateral lending.

Beijing, Oct. 11, 2017

The Basel Committee on Banking Supervision assigns eligible AIIB liabilities a 0% risk weighting

The Basel Committee on Banking Supervision has assigned eligible Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank (AIIB) liabilities a 0% risk weighting as well as a high-quality liquid assets (HQLA) Level One designation.

Manila, Sep. 29, 2017

WB, AIIB Approve Funding for Flood Management in Metro Manila

The World Bank (WB) and the Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank (AIIB) will provide funding to improve flood management in select drainage areas in Metro Manila.

Beijing, Sep. 28, 2017

AIIB Partners on New Investments to Improve Energy Connectivity and Facilitate Private Equity Investments

The Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank (AIIB) continues its collaborative approach to address the infrastructure gap in Asia by investing US$150 million in the IFC’s Emerging Asia Fund and co-financing a project with the Asian Development Bank (ADB) to improve energy connectivity in India by strengthening its power transmission system.

Beijing, Sep. 05, 2017

AIIB Supports Renewable Energy Development in Egypt

The Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank announced up to US$210 million in debt financing to tap Egypt’s renewable energy potential. This solar power project will increase Egypt’s power generation capacity, reduce the country’s dependence on gas and fuel for electricity generation, and will help the country meet its commitments under the Paris Climate Agreement as it moves towards an environmentally sustainable energy mix.

Beijing, July 18, 2017

AIIB Receives Third Triple-A Credit Rating

S&P Global Ratings ("S&P") announced it has assigned the Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank (AIIB) its highest possible rating and a stable outlook. According to its press release, S&P has provided its 'AAA/A-1+' long- and short-term issuer credit ratings to AIIB.

Beijing, July 13, 2017

AIIB Receives Second Triple-A Credit Rating

Fitch Ratings ("Fitch") announced it has assigned the Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank (AIIB) its highest possible rating and a stable outlook. According to its press release, Fitch has provided AIIB with a long-term issuer default rating of ‘AAA’ and a short-term issuer default rating of ‘F1+’.

Beijing, July 05, 2017

Millions of Villagers in Gujarat, India to Benefit from New Investment

Yesterday, the Board of Directors of the Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank (AIIB) approved a loan of US$329 million to build access roads to approximately 4,000 villages in all 33 districts of Gujarat, India. Insufficient road connectivity into these villages limits their ability to access healthcare services, bring their goods to market and access transportation for their children to attend school. This project will construct and upgrade district and farm-to-market roads for the villagers and provide approaches to educational institutions, schools and hospitals. The upgraded road access is expected to have a positive impact on women and girls by improving school attendance rates for girls who currently drop out of school due to a lack of access to all weather roads.

Beijing, June 29, 2017

AIIB Receives Triple-A Credit Rating

Moody’s Investors Service ("Moody’s") announced it has assigned the Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank (AIIB) its highest possible rating and a stable outlook. According to its press release, Moody’s has provided the Bank with a long-term issuer rating of Aaa and a short-term issuer rating of Prime-1.

Jeju, Republic of Korea, June 19, 2017

AIIB, Georgia Sign Loan Agreement for Batumi Bypass Road Project

Jin Liqun, President of the Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank (AIIB) and Dimitry Kumsishvili, First Vice Prime Minister and Minister of Finance of Republic of Georgia, signed a loan agreement during the second annual meeting of Board of Governors for a US$114 million loan for the construction of approximately 14.3 kilometer modern highway bypassing Batumi port city on the Black Sea coast.

Jeju, Republic of Korea, June 16, 2017

India to host 2018 AIIB Annual Meeting

Today, the Board of Governors of the Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank (AIIB) announced that the Bank’s third Annual Meeting of the Board of Governors will be held in Mumbai, India in June 2018.

Jeju, Republic of Korea, June 16, 2017

AIIB Approves Membership of Argentina, Madagascar and Tonga

Today, the Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank (AIIB) announced that its Board of Governors has adopted resolutions approving three applicants to join the Bank, bringing the Bank’s total approved membership to 80. This round of approved applicants includes one regional and two non-regional prospective members.

Jeju, Republic of Korea, June 16, 2017

Opening Address
Meeting of the AIIB Board of Governors
President Jin Liqun
June 16, 2017
As Prepared for Delivery

Your Excellencies, the President of the Republic of Korea; the Deputy Prime Minister and Minister for Strategy and Finance; Distinguished Governors and Members of the Board of Directors; Honored Guests; Ladies and Gentlemen.

Jeju, Republic of Korea, June 16, 2017

AIIB Supports Members to Meet Their Commitments Under the Paris Agreement

The Board of Directors of the Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank (AIIB) yesterday expressed its support for the Bank’s Sustainable Energy for Asia Strategy to help its members transition toward a low-carbon future. The strategy sets out a clear framework for the Bank to invest in energy projects that will increase access to clean, safe and reliable electricity for millions of people in Asia. To implement the strategy, the Bank will support its members to do their part as expressed in the Paris Agreement to, "hold the increase in the global average temperature to well below 2 degrees Celsius above pre industrial levels and pursue efforts to limit the temperature increase to 1.5 degrees Celsius". It will achieve this by aligning its support with its members’ national energy investment plans, including their nationally determined contributions (NDC) under the Paris Agreement. Currently over one billion people across Asia do not have access to secure and clean electricity to run their homes and businesses. By improving the reliability, reach and efficiency of energy in the region, millions of people will benefit from a higher standard of living and better health.

Jeju, Republic of Korea, June 15, 2017

AIIB Approves its First Equity Investment

Today, the Board of Directors of the Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank (AIIB) approved two loans and one equity investment totaling US$324 million to support infrastructure projects in India, Georgia and Tajikistan. These approvals include the Bank’s first equity investment of US$150 million, which will help to attract much needed private investment capital for infrastructure projects in India. Catalyzing private capital is broadly acknowledged as a critical component to addressing the infrastructure gap in Asia. These investments align with the Bank’s priorities to support sustainable infrastructure, improve cross-border connectivity and mobilize private capital.

Beijing, June 09, 2017

Proposed Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank (AIIB) complaints handling mechanism notice of video/audio consultation process

The Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank (AIIB) is a multilateral development bank that focuses on the development of infrastructure and interconnectivity in Asia. It is based in Beijing and complements and cooperates with the existing multilateral development banks (MDBs).

BEIJING, May 18, 2017

AIIB Awards Global Custody Mandate to BNP Paribas

The Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank (AIIB) has awarded a global custodian mandate to BNP Paribas Securities Services as the new, Beijing based bank seeks to put in place its internal financial infrastructures for its liquidity investments. BNP Paribas is expected to have global custody of up to USD 20 billion of AIIB assets and will be providing a suite of custody services, with the agreement covering master custody services and other value-added services.

Beijing, China, May 16, 2017

The Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank and the IDB Group Expand Ties

Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank (AIIB) President Jin Liqun, Inter-American Development Bank (IDB) President Luis Alberto Moreno, and Inter-American Investment Corporation (IIC) Chief Executive Officer James P. Scriven today signed a memorandum of understanding to provide an overall framework for strengthening cooperation between AIIB and the IDB Group in areas of common interest, such as knowledge exchange, policy coordination, and the co-financing of infrastructure projects in their respective member countries.

Beijing, China, May 13, 2017

AIIB Further Expands Its Membership

Today, the Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank (AIIB) announced that its Board of Governors has adopted resolutions approving seven applicants to join the Bank, bringing the Bank’s total approved membership to 77. This round of approved applicants includes three regional and four non-regional prospective members.

Beijing, China, May 03, 2017

AIIB Approves First Loan to India for $160 million to Support Power Sector

The Board of Directors of the Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank (AIIB) approved a loan of US$160 million in support of the Andhra Pradesh – 24x7 Power for All project in the Republic of India with the objective to strengthen the power transmission and distribution system in the State of Andhra Pradesh.

Beijing, April 28, 2017

Mr. Jan Engström and Mr. Chaly Mah Have Been Appointed as External Members of AIIB’s Audit Committee

The Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank announced today that Mr. Jan Engström and Mr. Chaly Mah have been appointed by President Jin Liqun as external members of the Audit Committee of the Board of Directors. The innovative combination of the board directors and the external members as members of the Audit Committee is designed to enhance good governance and accountability within the Bank.

Beijing, April 27, 2017

AIIB Invites the Public to Help Design Its Complaints Handling Mechanism

The Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank announced today that its independent Compliance, Effectiveness and Integrity Unit (CEIU) is inviting the public to submit recommendations on the design of the AIIB Complaints Handling Mechanism.

Washington, April 23, 2017

World Bank and AIIB Sign Cooperation Framework

World Bank Group President Jim Yong Kim and Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank President Jin Liqun today signed a memorandum of understanding to strengthen cooperation and knowledge sharing between the institutions.

Washington, April 22, 2017

Multilateral Banks to Deepen Collaboration with Private Sector to Boost Inclusive, Sustainable Infrastructure

Leaders of the top multilateral development banks (MDBs) have agreed to deepen their collaboration to encourage private sector investment in vital infrastructure needed to support sustainable and inclusive economic growth throughout the world.

Beijing, China, April 05, 2017

Ngaire Woods Joins AIIB International Advisory Panel

The Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank (AIIB) announced today that Professor Ngaire Woods of the Blavatnik School of Government at the University of Oxford has been appointed by President Jin Liqun as a member of the Bank’s International Advisory Panel (IAP).

New Delhi, India, April 01, 2017

Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank and New Development Bank Sign Memorandum of Understanding to Promote Cooperation

Today, Sir Danny Alexander, Vice President and Corporate Secretary of the Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank (AIIB) and Mr. Paulo Nogueira Batista Jr., Vice President and Chief Risk Officer of the New Development Bank (NDB) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) on the sidelines of the NDB Second Annual Meeting in New Delhi, India.

Beijing, China, March 28, 2017

AIIB Announces New Projects; Total Loans Tops US$2 Billion

The Board of Directors of the Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank (AIIB) recently approved three loans totaling US$285 million, bringing the bank’s total lending to over US$2 billion, in support of its members as they seek to improve the socio-economic living conditions of their citizens.

Beijing, China, March 23, 2017

AIIB Welcomes New Prospective Members

Today, the Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank (AIIB) announced that its Board of Governors has adopted resolutions approving 13 applicants to join the Bank, bringing the Bank’s total approved membership to 70. This is the first time AIIB has welcomed new prospective members to the Bank since its inception. The approved applicants include five regional and eight non-regional prospective members.

Beijing, China, March 07, 2017

AIIB Says No to Doing Business with Corrupt Bidders

The Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank (AIIB) has taken another step towards solidifying its anti-corruption policies by voluntarily adopting the list of sanctioned firms and individuals under the Agreement for Mutual Enforcement of Debarment Decisions (AMEDD), effective March 1, 2017.

Seoul, Republic of Korea, Feb. 27, 2017

AIIB and Republic of Korea sign MOU to launch AIIB 2017 Annual Meeting

The Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank (AIIB/the Bank) and the Republic of Korea (ROK) today signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) finalizing arrangements for the organization of the 2017 AIIB Annual Meeting. This year’s meeting is being co-hosted by the Bank and the Government of the Republic of Korea, and will be held on June 16-18, 2017, in Jeju Island in the Republic of Korea.

Beijing, Feb. 09, 2017

AIIB and IFC Sign ISDA Master Agreement to Expand Infrastructure Investments in Asia

The Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank (AIIB) and IFC, a member of the World Bank Group, have signed an International Swaps and Derivatives Association (ISDA) Master Agreement to enhance their capacity to make investments in emerging-markets projects, especially in Asia’s infrastructure sector. It is the first financial collaboration agreement between the two development finance institutions, demonstrating innovative ways to scale up development finance through capital market solutions.

Dublin, Jan. 27, 2017

Governance, transparency top of mind in the UK and Ireland

Speaking to audiences in the UK and Ireland, President Jin shared AIIB’s perspective on the important role strong governance and transparency play in the operations of the bank.

Beijing, Jan. 24, 2017

AIIB launches final round of consultation on draft energy strategy

The Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank (AIIB) has today begun a final round of public consultations on its energy sector strategy. Interested parties are invited to view the draft strategy published today and submit comments by March 6, 2017.

Beijing, Jan. 16, 2017

AIIB celebrates its first anniversary; Launches its 2017 agenda

BEIJING, CHINA – (January 16, 2017) – Building on the momentum from its inaugural year, the Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank has launched its 2017 strategic priorities, focusing on sustainable infrastructure, cross country connectivity and the mobilization of private capital. Guided by these themes, the bank will leverage its relationships with other multilateral development banks and private financiers to meet Asia’s growing infrastructure demands and contribute to social and economic growth in the region.

Gujarat, Jan. 13, 2017

President visits India to discuss the power of shared experiences across developing countries

January 16, 2017 – AIIB President, Jin Liqun, visited Gujarat, India from January 10-11, 2017 to meet with Prime Minister Mr. Narendra Modi, Finance Minister Mr. Arun Jaitley and the Chief Minister of Gujarat, Mr. Vijay Rupani. He also delivered remarks at the Inauguration of the Vibrant Gujarat Global Summit 2017, and addressed students at the Pandit Deendayal Petroleum University (PDPU).

Beijing, Oct. 19, 2016

International Advisory Panel Holds Inaugural Meeting

Beijing, October 19, 2016 – The first meeting of the Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank’s International Advisory Panel was held on October 19, 2016, in Beijing. The Panel provides impartial, objective and independent advice to the President, allowing the Bank to benefit from the international experience and expertise of Panel members. At the meeting, the Panel discussed the global economic situation and its implications for the Bank’s operations, the need to promote green infrastructure in the new global agenda and the importance of increasing private sector involvement in infrastructure in the region.

Beijing, Oct. 17, 2016

AIIB Launches First Stage of Energy Strategy Public Consultation

Beijing, October 17, 2016 - The Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank (AIIB) has launched the first stage of its Energy Strategy public consultation on Oct 14, 2016. The Issues Note on “AIIB Energy Strategy: Sustainable Energy for Asia” has been posted on AIIB’s website for a 29-day public comment period.

Beijing, Oct. 17, 2016

Delivering on the 2030 Agenda

Statement by the Heads of the African Development Bank, the Asian Development Bank, the Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank, the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development, the European Investment Bank, the Inter-American Development Bank Group, the International Finance Corporation, the Islamic Development Bank, the New Development Bank, the World Bank, and the International Monetary Fund

Beijing, Sep. 29, 2016

AIIB’s Board of Directors Approves Loans to Finance Energy Projects in Pakistan and Myanmar

AIIB’s Board of Directors Approves Loans to Finance Energy Projects in Pakistan and Myanmar

Beijing, Sep. 23, 2016

Groundbreaking Ceremony for the Permanent Headquarters

BEIJING, 23 September 2016 – Officials of the Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank (the Bank), Chinese Ministry of Finance and Beijing Municipal Government today held the groundbreaking ceremony for the Bank’s permanent headquarters in Beijing. The headquarters will be located in the north of Beijing, between the Olympic Forest Park and the iconic Bird’s Nest Stadium. Construction is expected to be completed by the end of 2019.

Beijing, Sep. 17, 2016

Mr. Thierry de Longuemar appointed as Vice President, Chief Financial Officer

BEIJING, 16 September 2016 – The Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank (the Bank) today announced that Mr. Thierry de Longuemar, upon the nomination of the President, has been appointed by the Board of Directors to the role of Vice President, Chief Financial Officer. Mr. Thierry de Longuemar will assume office on September 29 2016.

Beijing, Sep. 17, 2016

President Jin Visits Iceland, Sweden and Norway, September 8-14, 2016

Beijing,September 15, 2016 – AIIB President Jin visited Iceland, Sweden and Norway from September 8 to 14, 2016.

Beijing, Aug. 31, 2016

President Jin Welcomes Canada’s Decision to Apply for Membership in AIIB

Beijing, August 31, 2016 – AIIB President Jin Liqun met with Canadian Finance Minister Bill Morneau at AIIB's headquarters to discuss collaboration between AIIB and Canada. President Jin welcomed Canada’s decision to apply for membership in AIIB.

Beijing, July 21, 2016

Statement on AIIB Commemorative Coins and other Unauthorized Souvenirs

In August 2015, the AIIB Preparations Management Co. Ltd (Multilateral Interim Secretariat for Establishing the Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank) issued a notice on its website stating unequivocally that it had never granted any authorization to any legal person, organization or individual to design, coin or sell commemorative coins and/or similar souvenirs in the name of the Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank (AIIB).

Beijing, June 25, 2016

AIIB’s Board of Directors establish a Project Preparation Special Fund: China provides initial $50 million start-up contribution

Beijing, June 25, 2016. AIIB President Jin Liqun and Chinese Vice Minister of Finance Shi Yaobin signed a Contribution Agreement today in Beijing on China’s $50 million contribution to the newly established AIIB Project Preparation Special Fund (the Fund). The Bank’s Board of Directors approved the Rules and Regulations for the Fund during its quarterly meeting on June 24, 2016. The Fund will support Bank members in preparing sound project proposals. China’s contribution, the first to the Fund, will allow it to be operational in the fall of 2016.

Beijing, June 25, 2016

AIIB’s First Annual Meeting of its Board of Governors held in Beijing: Governors note progress during the Bank’s first 6 months of operation

Beijing, June 25, 2016 – The Board of Governors of the Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank (the Bank) convened in Beijing on June 25, 2016 for the Bank’s first Annual Meeting. The Governors representing the Bank’s 46 Founding Members took stock of the progress that the Bank has made since opening its doors on January 16, 2016. Representatives from Signatories of the Bank’s Articles of Agreement that are not yet members, as well as observers from partner institutions and observers from potential new members also attended.

Beijing, June 25, 2016

President’s Opening Statement 2016 Annual Meeting of the Board of Governors Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank

President’s Opening Statement 2016 Annual Meeting of the Board of Governors Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank

Beijing, June 25, 2016

President’s Report to the Board of Governors -2016 Annual Meeting of the Board of Governors Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank

President’s Report to the Board of Governors -2016 Annual Meeting of the Board of Governors Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank

Frankfurt, Germany, June 24, 2016

AIIB's Board of Directors Approves $509 M Financing for its First 4 Projects: Power, Transport and Urban: Investments span South, Southeast and Central Asia

AIIB's Board of Directors Approves $509 M Financing for its First 4 Projects: Power, Transport and Urban: Investments span South, Southeast and Central Asia

BEIJING, June 13, 2016

Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank appoints General Counsel and Chief Financial Officer

BEIJING, June 13, 2016 – The Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank (the Bank) today announced the following senior staff appointments:

Mongolia, June 12, 2016

President Jin Liqun Meets Mongolian President Elbegdorj Tsakhia

Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia, June 10, 2016 – AIIB President Jin Liqun met with Mongolian President Mr. Elbegdorj Tsakhia, Prime Minister Saikhanbileg Chimed, Finance Minister Bolor Bayarbaatar and other senior officials during his three-day visit to Mongolia.

BEIJING, May 30, 2016

Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank and European Investment Bank agree to strengthen cooperation

Beijing, May 30, 2016 - The Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank and the European Investment Bank today agreed to broaden cooperation to support investment in strategically important projects, seek to jointly finance projects and increase cooperation in countries where both institutions are active.

BEIJING, May 12, 2016

AIIB 1st Annual Meeting to be held in Beijing June 25-26, 2016

The 1st Annual Meeting of the Board of Governors of the Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank will be held in Beijing on June 25-26, 2016.

London, United Kingdom, May 11, 2016

Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank to cooperate with European Bank for Reconstruction and Development

The 1st Annual Meeting of the Board of Governors of the Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank will be held in Beijing on June 25-26, 2016.

Warsaw, Poland, May 06, 2016

President Jin Liqun meets Polish President Andrzej Duda

The 1st Annual Meeting of the Board of Governors of the Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank will be held in Beijing on June 25-26, 2016.

Frankfurt, Germany, May 03, 2016

President Jin Liqun meets German Chancellor Angela Merkel

The 1st Annual Meeting of the Board of Governors of the Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank will be held in Beijing on June 25-26, 2016.

Frankfurt, Germany, May 02, 2016

AIIB, ADB sign MOU to strengthen cooperation for sustainable growth

Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank (AIIB) President Jin Liqun and Asian Development Bank (ADB) President Takehiko Nakao signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) here today on the sidelines of ADB’s 49th Annual Meeting of the Board of Governors.

WASHINGTON, April 14, 2016

AIIB and World Bank sign first Co-Financing Framework Agreement

Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank President Jin Liqun and World Bank Group President Jim Yong Kim today signed the first co-financing framework agreement between the two institutions.

BEIJING, April 14, 2016

Mr. Hamid Sharif appointed as Director General of the Compliance, Effectiveness and Integrity Unit

The Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank (the Bank) today announced the appointment of Mr. Hamid Sharif as the first Director General of the Compliance, Effectiveness and Integrity (CEI) Unit. The position reports to the Bank's Board of Directors. The CEI Unit's mandate includes monitoring and evaluating the Bank’s portfolio, ensuring policy compliance, and overseeing internal and external grievance procedures.

BEIJING, April 03, 2016

President Jin visits Finland and Denmark, 29 February to 3 March, 2016

2016 - AIIB President Jin Liqun visited Finland and Denmark from 29 February to 3 March, 2016.

BEIJING, Feb. 05, 2016

Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank appoints 5 Vice-Presidents

The Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank (AIIB) has today announced the following appointments:

, Feb. 02, 2016

The AIIB was declared open for business on January 16, 2016, and Mr. Jin Liqun was elected as the Bank’s first President

The Articles of Agreement of the Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank, dated June 29, 2015, entered into force on December 25, 2015.

, Jan. 19, 2016

The Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank Inaugural Ceremony

It is a tremendous privilege and honor to be elected the first President of the Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank.

Beijing, Jan. 18, 2016

Inaugural meeting of the AIIB’s Board of Directors

The inaugural meeting of the Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank’s Board of Directors was convened in Beijing on January 17, 2016. The Board of Directors is made up of 12 Directors, of which 9 Directors represent regional members and the others non-regional members. Mr. Jin Liqun, President of the AIIB, chaired the meeting.

Beijing, Jan. 17, 2016

Inaugural meeting of the AIIB’s Board of Governors

The inaugural meeting of the Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank’s Board of Governors was held in Beijing on January 16-17, 2016. 30 Governors, representing over 74 percent of the AIIB’s allocated capital, participated. They were joined by observers from the 27 signatories to the Bank’s Articles that are still completing the membership process.

BEIJING, Jan. 16, 2016

AIIB open for business. Jin Liqun elected as first President

The Board of Governors of the Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank (AIIB) convened its inaugural meeting today, declaring the Bank open for business and electing Mr. Jin Liqun as President for a five year term.

China, Jan. 16, 2016

AIIB's Charter Enters into Force On 25 December 2015

The Articles of Agreement of the Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank, dated June 29, 2015, entered into force on December 25, 2015.

New Delhi, Jan. 13, 2016

President-designate Jin meets Indian Prime Minister H.E. Narendra Modi and other government leaders

Mr. Jin Liqun visited New Delhi from January 11-12, 2016, where he met with India Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Finance Minister Arun Jaitley, Secretary of Economic Affairs Shaktikanta Das and other government leader

Jakarta, Nov. 05, 2015

President-designate Jin meets President Joko Widodo of Indonesia

Mr Jin Liqun, President-designate of the Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank (AIIB), met with President Joko Widodo of Indonesia on 4 November 2015.

Jakarta, Nov. 04, 2015

The 8^th AIIB Chief Negotiators’ Meeting convened in Jakarta, Indonesia on November 3-4, 2015

The 8th Chief Negotiators’ Meeting on the Establishment of the Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank (AIIB) was held on November 3-4, 2015 in Jakarta, Indonesia.

Denmark, Oct. 27, 2015

Denmark's Foreign Minister signed the Articles of Agreement of the Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank

Washington, Oct. 23, 2015

AIIB President-designate Jin Liqun and World Bank Group President Jim Kim deepen cooperation

AIIB President-designate Jin Liqun met with World Bank President Jim Kim and his senior management team in Washington DC this week to discuss project cofinancing and deepened institutional cooperation.

China, Oct. 09, 2015

Poland's Ambassador to China signed the Articles of Agreement of the Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank

Germany, Oct. 02, 2015

President-designate Jin meets with German Finance Minister Schäuble in Berlin, 30 September 2015

Mr. Jin Liqun, President-designate of the Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank (AIIB), met with Dr. Wolfgang Schäuble, Germany’s Federal Minister of Finance, in Berlin on Wednesday 30 September.

Germany, Sep. 30, 2015

The 7^th Chief Negotiators' Meeting took place in Frankfurt, Germany, on September 28-29, 2015

The 7th Chief Negotiators' Meeting on the Establishment of the Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank (AIIB) was held on September 28-29, 2015 in Frankfurt, Germany.

China, Sep. 29, 2015

Thailand's Ambassador to China signed the Articles of Agreement of the Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank

Beijing, Sep. 21, 2015

AIIB Multilateral Interim Secretariat and the Asian Development Bank to Deepen Cooperation: Projects for Cofinancing to be Identified

Secretary General Jin Liqun and Asian Development Bank (ADB) President Takehiko Nakao agreed to deepen cooperation, including identifying projects for cofinancing, in a Meeting on 21 September in Beijing.

Korea, Sep. 10, 2015

President-designate Jin meets President Park of the Republic of Korea

Mr Jin Liqun, President-designate of the Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank, met with President Park Geun-hye of the Republic of Korea on September 9, 2015.

Korea, Sep. 07, 2015

President-designate Jin Liqun to visit the Republic of Korea, 8-9 September

Mr. Jin Liqun, President-designate of the Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank (AIIB), will visit Korea on 8-9 September at the invitation of the Government of Republic of Korea.

Tbilisi, Aug. 26, 2015

Statement by Jin Liqun at a Press Conference in Tbilisi

It is my great honor and privilege to be selected as the President-designate of the Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank (AIIB).

Beijing, Aug. 24, 2015

Jin Liqun Selected President-designate of the Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank

Mr. Jin Liqun was selected by consensus as President–designate of the Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank (AIIB) at the 6th Meeting of Chief Negotiators representing the Bank's 57 Prospective Founding Members in Tbilisi, Georgia on August 24, 2015. The Meeting was co-chaired by Chinese Vice Minister of Finance Shi Yaobin and Georgian Deputy Minister of Finance David Lezhava.

China , Aug. 21, 2015

Malaysia's Ambassador to China signed the Articles of Agreement of the Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank

Beijing, July 17, 2015

AIIB Multilateral Interim Secretariat and WBG Agree to Continue and Deepen Cooperation

Secretary General Jin Liqun met with World Bank President Jim Kim in Beijing on 16 July, where they agreed to continue and deepen their cooperation.

Singapore, June 29, 2015

50 Countries Sign the Articles of Agreement for the Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank

Representatives from 57 Prospective Founding Members (PFMs) of the Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank (AIIB) gathered on June 29, 2015 in Beijing at a Signing Ceremony of the Bank's Articles of Agreement at the Great Hall of the People.

Beijing, June 29, 2015

57 Representatives Attend Special Ministerial Meeting on AIIB's Establishment

Special Ministerial Meeting, chaired by Chinese Minister of Finance Lou Jiwei, was held on June 29, 2015, following the Signing Ceremony of the Articles of Agreement of the Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank (AIIB).

Islamabad, May 23, 2015

President-designate Jin meets Prime Minister Sharif and Finance Minister Dar of Pakistan

Mr Jin Liqun, President-designate of the Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank, met with Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif of Pakistan on October 7, 2015. During his visit to Islamabad, Pakistan, Mr. Jin also met with Finance Minister Ishaq Dar and a wide range of government leaders.

Singapore, May 22, 2015

The 5th Chief Negotiators' Meeting took place in Singapore on May 20-22, 2015

The 5th Chief Negotiators' Meeting on Establishing the Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank (AIIB) was held on May 20-22, 2015 in Singapore.

Beijing, May 18, 2015

The 4th Chief Negotiators' Meeting took place in Beijing, China on April 27-28, 2015

Almaty, April 23, 2015

The 3rd Chief Negotiators' Meeting took place in Almaty, Kazakhstan on March 30-31, 2015

Mumbai, April 08, 2015

Delegates Gathered for the 2nd Chief Negotiators' Meeting in Mumbai on January 15-16, 2015

Kunming, April 08, 2015

The 1st Chief Negotiators' Meeting was held in Kunming on November 28, 2014

Beijing, April 08, 2015

The AIIB workshop on Institutional Development was held in Beijing on March 5-6, 2015

Beijing, April 08, 2015

The Memorandum of Understanding on Establishing the Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank (AIIB) was signed in Beijing