North American Representative Office

12 Things to Know about MDGs in Asia and the Pacific

Two years before the 2015 deadline, developing Asia shows mixed progress in achieving the Millennium Development Goals (MDGs). Income poverty has been slashed by half, but the region still faces challenges such as rising inequality and environmental sustainability. Here are 12 things to know about the status of MDGs in the region. Read More

Twin Threats Affect Asia’s Food Security

Many countries in Asia and the Pacific face the double burden of obesity and malnutrition, says a new ADB study. Read More

Asia's Path to Prosperity

Industrialization must be an essential part of the growth formula if Asian countries are to prosper and avoid the 'middle income trap,' says ADB report. Read More

Poverty Threatens Asia's Economic Success

Asia’s future prosperity depends on fight against poverty and deprivation, says report by ADB and National University of Singapore. Read More

Overview

The North American Representative Office (NARO) was established in 1995 in Washington, DC, to enhance ADB's presence in Canada and the United States. The office acts as a liaison between ADB's Manila Headquarters and American policymakers and major stakeholders. It serves to strengthen collaboration with other multilateral institutions based in North America, and conducts public and media outreach.

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