On September 20, 2024, a delegation of faculty and students from Tsinghua University PBC School of Finance (Tsinghua PBSCF) visited the Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank (AIIB). The delegation, led by Gu Liangfei, Chair Person of the School Council, consisted of 40 students from the PhD in Finance, Master of Finance, and Finance MBA programs. The group was welcomed by Fang Ke, Director General of AIIB’s Portfolio Management Department, who engaged in a comprehensive and in-depth exchange with the delegation.

AIIB, founded in 2015, is China’s first multilateral financial institution. This visit aimed to strengthen ties with Tsinghua PBCSF, broaden students’ understanding of AIIB’s values, and explore opportunities for collaboration in promoting economic development.

Gu Liangfei expressed appreciation for AIIB’s hospitality and highlighted Tsinghua PBCSF’s commitment to training finance professionals with global vision and social responsibility. He emphasized the solid foundation of cooperation between the two institutions and encouraged students to learn from AIIB’s innovative practices.

Fang Ke welcomed the delegation and introduced AIIB’s mission of “Lean, Clean, and Green,” highlighting its role in infrastructure investment and its achievements in climate change and sustainable development.

AIIB’s HR team provided details on the organization’s structure, recruitment process, and career opportunities, encouraging students to consider future roles at AIIB.

A Tsinghua PBCSF student intern at AIIB, Tong Manqi, shared her internship experience, offering insights on how to apply and grow within the organization.

The delegation toured AIIB’s facilities, including the headquarters’ green architecture, deepening their understanding of AIIB’s commitment to sustainable development.

This visit provided Tsinghua students with valuable insights into AIIB’s operations and career opportunities, laying a foundation for future cooperation and contributions to sustainable global economic development.