5th Advisory Council Meeting of the GIP Regional Office in Central Asia Highlights Strong Momentum for Sustainable Finance
The 5th Advisory Council Meeting of the Green Investment Principles (GIP) Regional Office in Central Asia was held in Astana, bringing together key stakeholders from the region and international partners to reaffirm their collective commitment to advancing sustainable finance in Central Asia, Mongolia, Pakistan and Azerbaijan.
Hosted by the Astana International Financial Centre (AIFC), the meeting provided a platform for high-level discussions on regional priorities, regulatory developments, capacity-building needs, and financing mechanisms to accelerate the green transition. Participants exchanged insights on emerging challenges, global ESG trends, and opportunities to mobilise capital toward low-carbon, climate-resilient investments.
The Chair of the GIP Regional Office in Central Asia Mr. Yaseen Anwar emphasized the strategic importance of cross-border collaboration and the leadership role that Central Asia can play in shaping green financial markets.
The Head of GIP Secretariat and the Capacity-building Alliance of Sustainability Investment (CASI) Mr. Cheng Lin outlined ongoing efforts to support knowledge sharing, training, and technical assistance. The potential for deeper collaboration across regional chapters was welcomed, particularly in expanding the use of practical tools and digital learning platforms to support financial institutions, regulators, and market participants.
The Council meeting was joined by the representatives of the countries, leaders of sustainable finance in the region: Mr. Anand Enkhbat, CEO, Mongolian Sustainable Finance Association; Mr. Odil Musaev, Managing Director, Alkes, Uzbekistan; Mr. Guo Peiyuan, CEO of Syntao Green Finance; Mr. Conrad Albrecht, Managing Director, Eurasian Development Bank; Vugar Namazov, CEO, Unicapital, Arezbaijan; Mrs. Dina Zhanadil, Managing Director of Development Bank of Kazakhstan.
Discussions focused on aligning national strategies with international best practices, integrating ESG standards into financial operations, and strengthening the enabling environment for green bonds and sustainable lending.
The Council also acknowledged the growing interest of new institutions in joining the GIP network and welcomed continued engagement from both public and private actors across the region. The meeting concluded with a strong consensus on the need to maintain momentum, deepen partnerships, and promote inclusive green growth across Central Asia.
About the GIP Central Asia Office
The GIP Regional Office in Central Asia, hosted by the AIFC, facilitates regional implementation of the Green Investment Principles for the Belt and Road. It supports the development of sustainable finance frameworks through policy dialogue, technical assistance, and innovation.
