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Overview

Nauru's economy, which depends heavily on foreign development grants, phosphate exports, and fishing revenues, remains fragile.

ADB’s strategy focuses on helping the government implement priorities outlined in the National Sustainable Development Strategy. ADB’s future program in Nauru will focus on public sector management and energy.

Fast Facts

0.01 (2012)
Population in millions

1.8% (2010-2012)
Annual population growth rate

Fact Sheet

Proposed Projects

There are no proposed projects at this time.

Approved Projects

7 Oct 2011 45048-001: Regulatory and Governance Reform for Improving Water and Electricity Supply in Nauru
32104-013: Fiscal and Financial Reform Program
45032-001: Public Financial Management Reform Program
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ADB Lending

Amount ($M) / %
Sector (No. of loans)
5.00 / 100.00
Finance (1)
 
5.00 / 100.00
TOTAL (1)
Cumulative as of 31 December 2012

Publications

Apr 2013 Asian Development Bank and Nauru: Fact Sheet

Apr 2013 ADB Annual Report 2012

Apr 2013 Asian Development Outlook 2013: Asia's Energy Challenge

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News Releases

22 Apr 2013 ADB Assistance Tops $21.5 Billion in 2012
9 Apr 2013 Developing Asia's Growth Steps Up to 6.6% in 2013
9 Apr 2013 Smaller Pacific Economies Performing Well as Regional Growth Slows - ADB
9 Apr 2013 Asia's Future Prosperity Requires Major Change in Energy Use
2 Apr 2013 New Office to Improve Pacific Infrastructure
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