How can Asia close the gap between the haves and the have-nots?
Even within high-income countries, there are extreme divides between the haves and the have-nots. Better global governance is the key to addressing this imbalance.
The Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank (AIIB) is a multilateral development bank with a mission to improve social and economic outcomes in Asia. Headquartered in Beijing, AIIB began operations in January 2016 and has grown to 103 approved members worldwide. By investing in sustainable infrastructure and other productive sectors in Asia and beyond, AIIB will better connect people, services and markets that, over time, will impact the lives of billions and build a better future.
Even within high-income countries, there are extreme divides between the haves and the have-nots. Better global governance is the key to addressing this imbalance.
The AIIB joins the family of multilateral financial institutions in supporting broad-based economic and social development in Asia.