To strengthen development cooperation among BRICS member countries, the New Development Bank held a specialized workshop in China on September 18, 2025, aimed at preparing and structuring sovereign loan projects. Organized in collaboration with Chinese government institutions, the workshop brought together over 150 in-person participants and 300 online attendees, representing 30 provinces and cities across China.

The main focus of the workshop was on preparing proposed projects for 2026–2027, aligned with China’s national development objectives and its 15th Five-Year Plan. Through BRICS financing, these projects aim to reinforce sustainable development and infrastructure.

According to the bank’s 2022–2026 strategic framework, support is emphasized for sustainable infrastructure projects in sectors such as clean energy, smart transportation, water and wastewater management, environmental protection, social infrastructure, and digital transformation. Accordingly, the bank’s activities in China are closely linked to green transition, carbon reduction, and digital intelligence development.

During the workshop, two financed projects were highlighted: the Zero-Carbon Taiyuan Airport Project and the Offshore Wind Power Project in Guangdong. Additionally, several expert guests analyzed successful innovative projects in renewable energy, transportation, and urban development.

The role of BRICS as an influential bloc in financing sustainable development was also discussed. According to senior bank officials, sovereign loans for China are structured in close consultation with the government to ensure that the bank’s financial support not only meets immediate development needs but also promotes green growth, social equity, and technological infrastructure enhancement.

As a founding member of BRICS, China plays a decisive role in guiding the bank’s policies and priorities, and in this framework, extensive economic and technological cooperation among BRICS members is strengthened.

Based on the provided data, as of September 2025, the New Development Bank had approved 30 projects in China, with a total value of approximately $10 billion, representing 25% of the bank’s total loans. Notably, 67% of these loans were issued in Chinese Yuan, reflecting BRICS’ approach to reduce dependence on Western currencies and strengthen independent financial mechanisms.

Established by Brazil, Russia, India, China, and South Africa, the New Development Bank aims to provide financial resources for infrastructure and sustainable development projects in BRICS countries and other emerging economies, creating an independent, flexible financial framework aligned with global growth objectives.