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ADB Secures More Than $12 Billion to Help Asia's Poorest

The funds will help improve the lives of millions of Asia's poorest through inclusive, sustainable growth.

ADB Assistance to Developing Asia Tops $21.7 Billion in 2011

ADB approved $21.72 billion in financing operations last year, a 14.5% increase on ADB’s previous year’s financing, according to its 2011 Annual Report, released ahead of the organization’s 45th Annual Meeting of the Board of Governors, to be held from 2 to 5 May in Manila, Philippines.

Kyrgyzstan GDP Growth to Slow to 5% in 2012 - ADB Report

After the difficult year of 2010, all economy sectors in Kyrgyzstan in 2011 showed robust gains, reflecting improved security and sustained public confidence, ADB says in a major new report.

Asian Leaders to Focus on Inclusive Growth at ADB's 45th Annual Meeting

Ministers and senior government officials, business leaders, fellow international financial institutions, and civil society representatives are set to gather in Manila, Philippines from 2-5 May for the 45th Annual Meeting of ADB, which will focus on inclusive growth through better governance and partnerships.

Asia's Increasing Rich-Poor Divide Undermining Growth, Stability - ADB Report

Asia’s rapid growth is leaving millions behind, causing a widening gap between rich and poor that threatens to undermine the region’s stability, according to a new report from ADB.

Developing Asia Growth Subdued but Steady - ADB Report

Weak global demand will weigh on developing Asia in 2012 but growth rates in most economies remain robust and should tick back up in 2013 with private consumption providing support, ADB says in a new report.

ADB Improves Aid Transparency by Joining AidFlows.org

ADB is helping provide a clearer picture of how much development aid is provided and received around the world by joining AidFlows, in partnership with the World Bank and Organization for Economic Co-operation and Development.

ADB Visit Reconfirms Commitment to Future of Kyrgyz Republic

ADB Vice President Xiaoyu Zhao wrapped up a two-day visit to the Kyrgyz Republic today after several consultations with government officials on long-term development goals, short-term issues facing the country, and the role of ADB in the economic development of the country.

Media Registration Open for ADB's 45th Annual Meeting in Manila

ADB has opened online media registration for the 45th Annual Meeting of ADB’s Board of Governors, to be held on 2–5 May 2012 at the Philippine International Convention Center in Manila. This is the 15th ADB Annual Meeting to be held in the Philippines, where ADB is headquartered.

Development Partners Commit to Support CAREC 2020

Ministers and senior representatives of development agencies met in Baku to discuss support for the new 10-year strategy for the Central Asia Regional Economic Cooperation Program.