12 Things to Know

15 Apr 2013

12 Things to Know: Microfinance

Giving the poor access to affordable financial services enables them to seize livelihood opportunities, manage cash flow spikes, and mitigate risks. Here are 12 things to know about microfinance.

13 Mar 2013

12 Things to Know about ADB.org

ADB.org showcases ADB's efforts to improve the lives of the most vulnerable people in Asia and the Pacific. The range, reach and utility of the services it delivers to users are continuously refined and upgraded. Here are 12 things you should know about ADB.org.

20 Dec 2012

12 Things to Know in 2012: Poverty Reduction in Asia and the Pacific

Fast economic growth has helped to significantly reduced poverty in Asia and the Pacific over the years. However, much still needs to be done in a region that is home to about two-thirds of the world's poor.

29 Nov 2012

12 Things to Know in 2012: South Asia Cooperation and Integration

South Asia's prospects of growth depend in good part on the enhancement of cross-border connectivity and facilitation of trade among Bangladesh, Butan, India and Nepal. Here are 12 things to know about cooperation and integration in South Asia.

15 Nov 2012

12 Things to Know in 2012: Green Justice in Asia and the Pacific

ADB is helping countries in Asia and the Pacific promote environmental justice through knowledge sharing and capacity building

29 Oct 2012

12 Things to Know in 2012: Regional Cooperation in Central Asia

In an increasingly integrated world, regional cooperation is key to the long-term prosperity of nations. Here are 12 things to know about regional cooperation in Central Asia.

5 Oct 2012

12 Things to Know in 2012: Industry and Trade

Industrial development and trade are key tools for driving growth and reducing poverty in Asia. Here are 12 things to know about industry and trade.

18 Sep 2012

12 Things to Know in 2012: Gender Equality

Gender discrimination costs lives. Close to 100 million women in Asia are estimated to be 'missing' because of discriminatory treatment in access to health and nutrition, pure neglect, or pre-birth sex selection. Here are 12 things to know about gender equality in Asia and the Pacific.

14 Sep 2012

12 Things to Know in 2012: Greater Mekong Subregion Program

The six member countries of the Greater Mekong Subregion Program mark 20 years of economic cooperation in 2012.

6 Sep 2012

12 Things to Know in 2012: the Asian Bonds Market

Governments, corporate entities and investors issue and trade bonds to fuel growth and provide financial stability to the Asia and the Pacific region. Here are 12 things you should know about the Asian local currency bond market.