Beijing, June 26, 2025

Qatar to Host 11th AIIB Annual Meeting in 2026

The Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank’s 11th Annual Meeting will be held in Doha, Qatar on Sep. 23-24, 2026, the Bank’s Board of Governors announced today.

A ceremony took place in Beijing, China, host of the 2025 AIIB Annual Meeting, to mark the end of the meeting and the handover to the host country of the 2026 AIIB Annual Meeting.

Lan Fo’an, Chair of the AIIB Board of Governors for 2025, handed the gavel in a ceremonial transfer to Ali bin Ahmed Al-Kuwari, AIIB Governor and Minister of Finance, Qatar, host of the 2026 AIIB Annual Meeting.

“Located at the crossroads of Asia, Africa, Europe and South America, Qatar serves as a vital global connector,” said Jin Liqun, AIIB President and Chair of the Board of Directors. “Hosting the 2026 Annual Meeting there will open new avenues for interregional collaboration on sustainable infrastructure, connectivity and innovation.

“We are grateful for the strong engagement and continued support from both the Governments of China, for hosting our 10th Annual Meeting, and to Qatar, for hosting the 11th. These meetings are a significant opportunity to seek invaluable insights and guidance from our shareholders and clients on AIIB’s strategic direction. Active engagement with our shareholders has been essential for promoting transparency and cooperation, which underpins AIIB’s growth and impact.”

“We see the AIIB not only as a financial institution but as a platform for ideas, partnerships, and shared prosperity,” said Ali bin Ahmed Al Kuwari. “Our national vision is grounded in diversification, sustainability, and human capital. These are the principles we hope to reflect when we host you in Doha.”

Dignitaries also expressed their appreciation to the people and government of China for hosting the 2025 AIIB Annual Meeting.

A memorandum of understanding confirming that Qatar will host the 11th AIIB Annual Meeting and serve as Chair of the AIIB Board of Governors in 2026 was signed following the handover ceremony.

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The Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank is a multilateral development bank dedicated to financing “infrastructure for tomorrow,” with sustainability at its core. AIIB began operations in 2016, now has 110 approved members worldwide, is capitalized at USD100 billion and is AAA-rated by major international credit rating agencies. AIIB collaborates with partners to mobilize capital and invest in infrastructure and other productive sectors that foster sustainable economic development and enhance regional connectivity.

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