The President meets with the President and Chair of the Board of Directors of the Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank (AIIB) on the sidelines of COP29

President His Excellency Dr Mohamed Muizzu met with Mr. Jin Liqun, President and Chair of the Board of Directors of the Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank (AIIB), on the sidelines of COP29 today.

During the meeting, the President expressed gratitude for AIIB’s ongoing support, which has been instrumental for Maldivian development projects. He noted the Maldives’ ambitious long-term objectives, such as the 20-Year Development Master Plan, and emphasised the importance of continued AIIB support to achieve these goals and further advance climate adaptation initiatives.

Mr. Jin reiterated AIIB’s commitment to supporting the Maldives' sustainable development and resilience efforts.

In conclusion, the leaders discussed the importance of diversifying resources sustainably and agreed to enhance future cooperation in areas aligned with the Maldives’ climate and development goals.