CDB, founded in 1994, is the world's largest development finance institution and the largest Chinese bank for foreign investment and financing cooperation. It has a registered capital of RMB 421.248 billion and its shareholders include the Ministry of Finance of China, Central Huijin Investment Ltd., Buttonwood Investment Holding Co., and the National Council for Social Security Fund. CDB's assets grew to RMB 12.62 trillion by the end of 2015, with a balance of loans of RMB 9.21 trillion. It has a strong track record in sustainability and risk management, with a net profit of RMB 102,788 million and high credit ratings from agencies like Moody's and Standard & Poor's. CDB has branches and representative offices in various locations, including Hong Kong, Cairo, Moscow, Rio de Janeiro, Caracas, and London.