Macao SAR, China (October 22, 2025) – Immediately following the opening ceremony of the ADFIAP-AADFI Joint International CEO Forum at the Wynn Macao Hotel, ADFIAP’s Special Interest Group (SIG) convened to present its Plan of Action and Timelines-marking a new chapter in member-driven collaboration and thematic innovation.
The SIG session brought together representatives from development finance institutions across Asia-Pacific to align on shared priorities, deepen peer learning, and accelerate joint programming in areas critical to sustainable development.
SIG Roadmap Highlights
- Thematic Tracks: Dedicated working groups on Integrated Financial Instruments and Guarantee Mechanisms, Sustainable Finance, Sustainable Infrastructure, Technology and digital transformation, Sustainable Housing, and Agriculture and Food Security.
- Capacity Building: Rollout of webinars, toolkits, and regional workshops tailored to member needs.
- Knowledge Exchange: Peer-to-peer learning platforms and case study
dissemination across regions - Timeline: Phased implementation beginning Q4 2026, with pilot
programs and feedback loops integrated into planning moving forward.
The SIG’s action plan was formally endorsed during the 99th Board of Directors Meeting held later that day, reinforcing its role as a strategic lever for institutional growth and regional cooperation.
ADFIAP-AADFI Forum Context
The SIG launch was strategically timed to capitalize on the momentum of the ADFIAP-AADFI Joint International CEO Forum, which brought together leaders from Asia and Africa to explore synergies in development finance, climate resilience, and digital transformation. The forum’s opening ceremony set the tone for cross-regional collaboration, with the SIG session serving as a concrete step toward operationalizing shared goals.