Economics and Statistics

Applied Microeconomic Studies

The Economics and Research Department carries out microeconomic analysis and good practice studies to deepen the understanding of forces for employment, competition, and inclusive growth; and to strengthen the development effectiveness of ADB's operational strategies and programs in its developing member countries. See Reference materials on economic analysis of operations and Learning program materials.

In 2007, pilot studies on diagnosing development constraints were launched. Other ongoing research topics include political economy in policy-based lending operations, assessing aid for sector investment plans, economics of regulation for utility sector reforms, social choice for investment decision making, etc. See earlier microeconomics research.

Pilot Studies on Diagnosing Development Constraints

TITLE		DATE
	RETA – 6397: Strengthening Country Diagnosis and Analysis of Binding Constraints in Selected Developing Member Countries Philippines: Critical Development Constraints, February 2008 Philippines Consultation Workshop, ADB Auditorium A & B; November 2007 Philippines Inception Workshop, Taal Vista, Tagaytay, Philippines; July 2007
	Finalization Workshop for the Study on the PRC's Inclusive Growth	August 2007