Impact Stories

16 Dec 2011 | Nepal

Nepal: The Power of Wind to Empower the Poor

ADB's pilot wind power project brings inclusive and sustainable growth in poor rural areas suffering from acute energy shortage.

14 Dec 2011 | Cook Islands

Fiscal Discipline Can Help the Pacific Navigate Global Financial Instability

Pacific economies’ progress in fiscal consolidation is commendable but the ongoing Eurozone Crisis underscores the need to sustain these efforts, says ADB’s new Pacific Economic Monitor.

12 Dec 2011 |

Getting More from ADB’s Water Pilot Projects

ADB's Facility for Pilot and Demonstration Activity (PDA) has become a source of innovation and inspiration for many countries and communities in Asia and the Pacific to improve the delivery of water services and the management of water resources.
9 Dec 2011 |

International Anticorruption Day at ADB

As ADB gears up to celebrate International Anticorruption Day on 9 December with "iACT" being launched as the focal theme this year, Peter Pedersen, Office of Anticorruption and Integrity (OAI) Head, shares his thoughts on ADB's anticorruption efforts.

6 Dec 2011 | China, People's Republic of

Gathering Clouds: Can East Asia Endure Another Global Economic Crisis?

An extended global economic slowdown could weigh heavy on East Asia’s economies next year, unless policymakers act promptly, decisively and collectively, according to ADB’s latest Asia Economic Monitor.
5 Dec 2011 | Bangladesh

After the Deluge

The floods and Cyclone Sidr of 2007 impacted the lives of some 25 million people. But an extensive rehabilitation and reconstruction program helped them to recover and resume their normal economic and social activities.
5 Dec 2011 | Bangladesh

Livelihoods in Livestock

A simple feed innovation for cattle is bringing modest prosperity to rural villages - and women are leading the way.
5 Dec 2011 | Bangladesh

Connecting the Dots

Rural roads are bridging the gulf between poor villages, markets, and healthcare facilities in Bangladesh - as well as providing opportunities for women in dire need of employment.
5 Dec 2011 | Bangladesh

Calling the Shots

In Bangladesh's secondary towns, ordinary people are getting a say in government, and that is changing even how the bills are paid.

30 Nov 2011 | Solomon Islands

Loans In a Day

Sweeping business reforms assisted by ADB are making it easier to raise money and do business.