{"id":13153,"date":"2024-09-12T15:34:28","date_gmt":"2024-09-12T10:34:28","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/invest-in-uzbekistan.org\/?p=13153"},"modified":"2024-09-12T15:35:06","modified_gmt":"2024-09-12T10:35:06","slug":"v-uzbekistane-projdet-ezhegodnoe-sobranie-soveta-upravlyayushhih-abii-2024","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/invest-in-uzbekistan.org\/en\/novosti-uzbekistana\/v-uzbekistane-projdet-ezhegodnoe-sobranie-soveta-upravlyayushhih-abii-2024\/","title":{"rendered":"Uzbekistan will host AIIB Board of Governors Annual Meeting 2024"},"content":{"rendered":"

The Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank (AIIB) will hold its Ninth Annual Meeting of the Board of Governors, themed \u201cBuilding Resilient Infrastructure for All\u201d, on September 25-26, 2024, in Samarkand, Uzbekistan, the press service of the MIIT reports<\/a>. It will be the bank’s first meeting in Central Asia.<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

The Annual Meeting is AIIB\u2019s flagship event, providing a unique opportunity to showcase the Bank\u2019s accomplishments and gain valuable insights and guidance from shareholders on AIIB\u2019s strategic direction and initiatives.<\/span><\/p>\n

AIIB is a multilateral development bank dedicated to financing sustainable, green, and technology-driven infrastructure to enhance the social and economic well-being of people in Asia and beyond. With 109 members to date, AIIB focuses on fostering sustainable infrastructure, boosting cross-border connectivity, and mobilizing private capital. In Central Asia, AIIB plays a key role in advancing regional connectivity, improving energy and water management, and driving economic growth, all aligned with its vision of Financing Infrastructure for Tomorrow.<\/span><\/p>\n

Since its founding, the AIIB has invested more than $3 billion in projects in Uzbekistan. In early 2024, this partnership further developed with President Mirziyoyev signing a unique three-year agreement for sovereign-backed projects worth $2,6 billion.<\/span><\/p>\n

The 2024 Annual Meeting will feature more than 25 panel discussions over two days, focusing on innovations in infrastructure financing, climate resilience, sustainable development, and the digital transformation of infrastructure projects. The Annual Meeting will feature an Opening Ceremony, Governors\u2019 Business Roundtable, Governors\u2019 Official Session, Press Conference and a series of public and civil society engagement events.<\/span><\/p>\n

Key speakers include AIIB President and Chair of the Board of Directors Jin Liqun, along with senior management and leading representatives from various multilateral development banks such as the International Finance Corporation, the World Bank, the Asian Development Bank, the European Investment Bank, and the Islamic Development Bank. Additionally, experts from international and private organizations, including the United Nations Environment Programme, United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change, Citibank, The Milken Institute, The Rockefeller Foundation and Clean Air Fund will also participate.<\/span><\/p>\n

The 2024 AIIB Annual Meeting is a critical platform for AIIB to engage closely with stakeholders, including its 109 Members, partner institutions, business leaders, civil society, and experts across sectors. Event registration is still open and can be accessed\u00a0here<\/a>.<\/strong><\/em><\/span><\/p>\n

About AIIB<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

The Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank (AIIB) is a multilateral development bank whose mission is Financing Infrastructure for Tomorrow in Asia and beyond\u2014infrastructure with sustainability at its core. We began operations in Beijing in 2016 and have since grown to 109 approved members worldwide. We are capitalized at USD100 billion and AAA-rated by the major international credit rating agencies. Collaborating with partners, AIIB meets clients\u2019 needs by unlocking new capital and investing in infrastructure that is green, technology-enabled and promotes regional connectivity.<\/em><\/span><\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"