In south west Philippines an upgraded road reduces travel times, creates jobs and makes tourism attractive. The road was built under the 6th Road Project, which includes a 167 dollar million loan from ADB.

Can food security be ensured in an economically, socially and environmentally sustainable manner given the fast growing demand for food, feed, and fuel? At the 2012 ADB Annual Meeting, discussions were held about the role of ADB member countries’ national and regional policies in pursuing the food security agenda without compromising structural transformation and the upgrading of their economies.

One of the world’s most highly regarded development economists, Professor Jeffrey Sachs speaks on Asia’s pressing climate and sustainability challenges and the urgency of policy and economic-led change.

Asia's emerging economies have a vital role to play in promoting global moves toward sustainable development. Global society and local stakeholders increasingly expect Asian economies to behave in an environmentally responsible way. At the 2012 ADB Annual Meeting, officials, experts and academics, including Nobel laureate Rajendra Pachauri gathered to discuss one of the region’s most pressing issues.