On 20 May in Shenzhen, AFI, Tsinghua University PBC School of Finance (PBCSF), and the Finance Center for South-South Co-operation (FCSSC) organized a Global Finance Capacity Building Program for Developing Nations, exploring how digital finance can drive innovation, inclusivity and shared growth.  

“The theme of Emerging Digital Finance Trends was chosen in view of the power of digital innovations to accelerate financial inclusion and allow for shared growth,” said AFI’s Deputy CEO & COO, Soo Yuen Chee. “This represents a unique opportunity for participants to learn from regulators and private sector players in China on the practical aspects of designing, developing, and operating a secure, competitive, inclusive, and innovative digital payments ecosystem. By examining China’s journey, we can enhance our understanding of regulatory and infrastructure enablers, competition dynamics, innovative digital credit, and the role of cybersecurity frameworks.” 

The training session was attended by central banks and financial regulators from 16 countries across six continents, including 11 AFI member institutions. They heard from experts from People’s Bank of China, Shanghai Institute for Finance and Development, and leading Chinese FinTechs, including Tencent and WeBank.  

The capacity building program followed on from an AFI-led session at the 2025 Tsinghua PBCSF Global Finance Forum, which highlighted the need to build financial systems that benefit all of society.