What Are the World Bank Group/International Monetary Fund Annual Meetings?
The World Bank Group/International Monetary Fund Annual Meetings (WBG/IMF Annual Meetings) are one of the most influential global events in the field of international economics and development. The Annual Meetings bring together central bankers, ministers of finance and development, private sector executives, civil society, media, and academics to discuss issues of global concern, including the world economic outlook, global financial stability, poverty eradication, inclusive economic growth and job creation, climate change, and others.
Think the WBG/IMF Annual Meetings Meetings sound out of reach? Now imagine this:
·Watching the experts discussing the future of the economy live in the room.
·Sitting down with your country’s executive director to ask your questions.
·Immersing yourself in high-stakes global issues while sharpening your cross-cultural communication and critical thinking abilities.
·Visiting the World Bank and IMF headquarters, connecting with young leaders, and gaining insider perspectives on international career paths.
The opportunity is here! ZIBS is forming a student delegation to attend this global “economic brainstorming” in person.
·Event: 2025 World Bank Group/International Monetary Fund Annual Meetings
·Dates: Mid-October, 2025 (around 8 days, including travel time)
·Location: Washington D.C., United States of America
·Number of Delegates: 8
·Expense: Self-funded (includes visa, flights, accommodation, etc.). A scholarship will be offered to outstanding delegates as partial financial support.
·Application Materials: Cover Letter + CV in both English and Chinese
·How to Apply: Scan the QR code to submit
·Application Deadline: July 14 (Monday), 10:00 AM
Student Responsibilities & Content Deliverables
Selected students will attend the Annual Meetings as ZIBS Student Delegation and produce content for ZIBS’s official social media platforms. Deliverables include interviews with key speakers, high-stakes global issues tracking, thematic insights, and multimedia storytelling (text, images, videos).
Each delegate is required to select a topic aligned with their academic background and interests, conduct pre-event research, and prepare interview questions. Topics could include employment opportunities in a globalized world, development of the green economy and renewable energy, evolution of digital finance and global payment systems, etc.
This is a rare opportunity to step out of the classroom and into the heart of global affairs — to observe, engage, and grow. The world stage is ready. Are you?
