The Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank (AIIB) announced the appointment of Hun Kim as Chief Partnerships Officer, effective November 14, 2025, following his service in an Acting capacity since September 1, 2025. At the same time, Hun Kim will formally join the Bank’s Executive Committee as an additional member.
In this role, he leads the development, management, and growth of the Bank’s strategic partnerships; mobilizes resources; fosters collaborative relationships with global and regional stakeholders; and oversees the coordination of the Bank’s Multifunctional Hub offices.
Kim brings nearly thirty years of experience in international development, uniquely positioning him to engage effectively with AIIB’s strategic partners. Since joining in March 2021 to establish AIIB’s Social Infrastructure Department, and subsequently serving as Director General of the Sectors, Themes and Finance Solutions Department (STF) in July 2024, Kim has consistently advanced sector expertise, thematic focus, and financial innovation.
To ensure alignment between the Bank’s technical capabilities, investment operations, and its external partnerships – which is critical for mobilizing both technical and financial resources – Kim will continue his responsibilities as Director General of STF while taking on the role of Chief Partnerships Officer. This dual appointment will reinforce the important connection between the Bank’s technical knowledge and partner mobilization.
Kim is a seasoned development professional who has built his skills and expertise throughout his long and successful career. Prior to joining AIIB, he was with the Asian Development Bank (ADB), where he held various leadership positions, the last of which was Director General, South Asia Regional Department. Prior to that, he was ADB’s Country Director of the India Resident Mission. He holds a Ph.D. in Applied Economics from the University of Minnesota, USA and an MA and BA in Economics from Yonsei University, Republic of Korea. Kim is from the Republic of Korea.
