Connecting Solomon Islands by Sea

An innovative project is improving maritime services in Solomon Islands, shaping up to be a model for similar projects in the Pacific region. Read More

Roads Connect Villages to Opportunity in Central India

In India's Madhya Pradesh new all-weather roads connect rural people to healthcare, and to the broader economy. Read More

In Remote Tajikistan, a New Bridge is Transforming Lives

Thanks to a new bridge, over 47,000 villagers can benefit from improved mobility, access to services, and communication. Read More

Sustainable Urban Transport: ADB's Take

Sustainable urban transport solutions are crucial to mitigate the growing congestion and pollution in the region's sprawling urban centers. Read More

Sustainable Transport for All

Transport is an integral part of most of the activities, goods and services required for supporting and improving people’s lives. ADB assists member countries in developing Asia to building transport infrastructure and services which contribute towards low-carbon, safe, accessible, and affordable transport systems.

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Key Statistics

1.18 million
deaths per year are caused by road accidents, 60% of which occur in Asia

$15 billion (per year)
is the estimated cost of road accidents in ASEAN countries

25%
of the world's total energy consumption is used by the transport sector

23%
of global CO2 emissions is from the transport sector

19%
of the transport sector's CO2 emissions is from Asia

44 million
persons are being added annually to urban population in Asia