The Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank (AIIB) marked two years of successful operations of its Abu Dhabi Hub at a high-level reception held on the margins of the Abu Dhabi Sustainability Week 2026. Organized in partnership with the Sino-International Entrepreneurs Federation, the reception brought together more than 100 dignitaries from government, multilateral and financial institutions, the diplomatic community and the private sector.
The event highlighted the United Arab Emirates’ (UAE) enduring partnership with AIIB in advancing sustainable finance and future-oriented infrastructure. Speaking at the reception, the UAE Governor to AIIB, Sultan Ahmed Al Jaber, said, “Over its first decade, AIIB has demonstrated the power of partnerships in advancing sustainable development, mobilizing billions of dollars to deliver long-term value. The UAE is proud to be a founding member of the Bank and to host its first overseas Hub in Abu Dhabi, which is already providing smart financing solutions to improve lives and livelihoods, strengthen resilience and help build a more prosperous future.”
The Abu Dhabi Hub began operations in September 2023 and serves as a functional extension of AIIB’s headquarters in Beijing. The Hub currently hosts professionals across the investment, sustainability, fiduciary and treasury functions, strengthening engagement with clients and partners across the region and beyond.
Yuanjiang Sun, Head of AIIB’s Abu Dhabi Hub, said, “The Abu Dhabi Hub anchors AIIB more firmly in the region, enabling us to engage earlier, move faster and work more closely with partners across the Middle East and beyond. By combining global expertise with local presence, the Hub strengthens the UAE’s role as a gateway for sustainable finance.”
Ajay Panday, Vice President, Investment Solutions, AIIB, added, “The Hub reflects AIIB’s modern, partnership-driven approach to development finance. As we enter our second decade, being closer to our members and markets will be essential to scaling climate finance, mobilizing private capital and delivering infrastructure that is transformative, inclusive and future-ready.”
As it approaches its 10th anniversary, AIIB has grown into an institution with a strong foundation and clear strategic direction. Since commencing operations in 2016, AIIB has expanded to 111 members worldwide and has approved nearly USD70 billion in financing for 360 projects across 40 economies. The Bank aims to deploy at least USD75 billion by 2030, with a continued focus on climate mitigation and adaptation, innovative and technology-enabled infrastructure, and connectivity that bridges regions and economies.
About AIIB
The Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank (AIIB) is a multilateral development bank whose mission is financing the Infrastructure for Tomorrow—infrastructure with sustainability at its core. We began operations in Beijing in January 2016 and have since grown to 111 approved members worldwide. We are capitalized at USD100 billion and rated Triple A by the major international credit rating agencies. Collaborating with partners, AIIB meets clients’ needs by unlocking new capital and investing in infrastructure that is green, technology-enabled and promotes regional connectivity.
