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In this issue, read about ADB's signing a declaration to curb emissions, the shift toward environmental sustainability, and ADB's participation in the World Ocean Conference. Also, find out the latest on ADB events, publications, and opportunities.
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ADB Signs Declaration to Curb Emissions
Without immediate action, the transport sectors of developing countries will account for the overwhelming share of increased carbon dioxide emissions by 2030, according to a new declaration signed by ADB. |
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More Aid-For-Trade Efforts to Counter the Economic Crisis Urged
Ministers, trade officials, and senior government officials from around Asia gathered in Siem Reap, Cambodia to discuss the impact of the global crisis on trade, how Aid for Trade can support private sector growth, and how to include trade into national development strategies. |
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Viet Nam Resident Mission: Second Joint Task Force Meeting on Traffic Exchange and Customs Issues held in Thailand
Country Director Ayumi Konishi co-chaired a 2-day meeting on GMS Cross-Border Transport Agreement road transport permit which will, from 11 June, allow trucks and goods to pass through the East-West Corridor in Lao PDR, Thailand, and Viet Nam without transhipment.
Nepal Resident Mission: Best Performance Awarded to Three ADB Projects
Three projects-Road Connectivity, Teacher Education, and Small Towns Water Supply and Sanitation-received the Outstanding Project Management Team award at a ceremony held at the Nepal Resident Mission. Country Director Barry Hitchcock gave remarks at the event attended by secretaries of various ministries, project managers, and government officials. The Community Livestock Development Project also received a special recommendation. |
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