
ALGIERS, Algeria, May 19. The 2025 Annual
Meetings of the Islamic Development Bank (IsDB) Group have kicked
off in Algiers, Trend’s special correspondent reports.
The event, which will last until May 22, is being held under the
theme of “Diversifying Economies, Enriching Lives.”
The first day will feature IsDB Group Boards Meeting, General
Assembly of Federation of Consultants from Islamic Countries
(FCIC), IsDB 13th Youth Development Forum, Board of Directors
Meeting of Federation of Contractors from Islamic Countries (FOCIC)
and other gatherings.
The opening ceremony will be held on May 20.
The Annual Meetings bring together ministers of finance,
economy, international development, and planning from the 57 member
countries of the Bank.
This annual international event is set to be a pivotal moment
for far-reaching discussions and purposeful development solutions.
High-profile representatives from major global development partners
and financial institutions, Islamic finance experts, private sector
leaders, and Civil Society Organisations (CSOs) are all in
attendance.
The event is covered by top media organisations from IsDB Group
member countries and around the world.
The occasion also coincides with the 50th session of the IsDB
Board of Governors’ Meeting, a significant milestone in promoting
Islamic finance, harnessing innovations, and promoting sustainable
development.

