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Managing for Development Results at ADB
Updated: 18 November 2009

ADB is improving its effectiveness in reducing poverty and promoting development in the Asia and Pacific region through managing for development results (MfDR).

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Bringing Power to Afghanistan
For the first time in more than a generation, many of Kabul, Afghanistan's 4 million people are enjoying the benefits of electricity. In January 2009, power began to flow into Kabul along an ADB-funded transmission line running from neighboring Uzbekistan. Bringing electricity to the people of Afghanistan is a key component of ADBs strategy to support the country's reconstruction and development.

Video interview: ADB's role in brining power to Afghanistan*
Juan Miranda, Director General of ADB's Central and West Asia Department, describes ADB's role in bringing power to Afghanistan from neighboring Uzbekistan. View the video. 		Video interview: economic and social benefits of electricity in Kabul*
Afghanistan's Deputy Energy Minister, Mr Ahmed Wali Shairzay, talks on the economic value and social benefits of bringing new electricity supply into Kabul.


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Samoa
ADB's strategy for Samoa is aligned with the Strategy for the Development of Samoa 2008–2012, the Government's long-term development vision. It supports the achievement of its goals through interventions targeting improved delivery of public services, including the removal of infrastructure constraints; and promotion of private sector development.
 


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