How ADB and Its Partners Work to Provide High Quality Development Solutions
Explore how ADB and its partners are collaborating to build a more prosperous, inclusive, resilient, and sustainable future.
In Focus
ADB, ACWA Power Sign $51 Million Loan Package for Uzbekistan
ADB to Strengthen Secondary Health Care Services in Sri Lanka
Building Power Systems That Bounce Back
ADB President Recognizes Australia’s Pacific Leadership, Discusses Quality Infrastructure and Private Sector Development
ADB President Masato Kanda met with Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese to commend Australia’s leadership in the Pacific's development and discuss shared priorities on quality infrastructure and private sector growth.
In Focus
ADB's evolving procurement approach enhances quality, competition and job creation
Effective 1 January 2026, all internationally advertised contracts financed by ADB will be evaluated using merit point criteria (MPC). This landmark reform reflects ADB’s strengthened commitment to quality, sustainability, and value for money in its projects. It also introduces broader changes aimed at creating more local jobs and fostering earlier engagement with suppliers across Asia and the Pacific.
How ADB and Its Partners Work to Provide High Quality Development Solutions
ADB is Solving Complex Challenges Together with its members and partners to help transform lives and economies across Asia and the Pacific. Through strategic partnerships and innovative solutions, ADB helps the region transcend urgent development challenges.
ADB President
Masato Kanda is the President of ADB and the Chairperson of ADB’s Board of Directors. He was elected President by ADB’s Board of Governors and assumed office on 24 February 2025.
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Effective Responses Require the Right Data - Key Indicators 2025
The Key Indicators for Asia and the Pacific 2025 explores how harmonized environmental-economic data can serve as a public good for guiding cooperation toward resilient, sustainable development.
Projects
Browse for ADB projects, project documents, procurement information, and awarded contracts.
Funds and Resources
ADB offers loans, grants, and technical assistance from Special Funds, Trust Funds, and other sources to help reduce poverty in Asia and the Pacific.
Featured
Reducing the Impacts of Glacial Lake Outburst Floods
Accelerated glacial melt in the Hindu Kush Himalaya region is threatening to undo decades of development progress and puts millions at risk from increased hazards. ADB is helping countries in the region assess multi-hazard risks and build resilient infrastructure to save lives and livelihoods.
Advancing Economies, Elevating Lives
Learn about ADB activities in member countries and regional offices.
Data as Drivers of Change
Data and statistical analysis in the Asia and Pacific region contributes to knowledge generation in ADB, helping strengthen its institutional priorities and operational effectiveness in its developing member countries.
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People
164 million
are living in extreme poverty, or on $2.15 a day
Source: Asian Development Bank. 2025. 2024 Development Effectiveness Review
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Planet
about 60%
of global greenhouse gas emissions are from the region
Source: Asian Development Bank. 2025. 2024 Development Effectiveness Review
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Prosperity
4.7%
GDP growth forecast for 2025
Source: Asian Development Bank. 2025. Asian Development Outlook July 2025
Publications and Documents
Explore our data-rich research, policy analysis, toolkits, guidelines, and other resources on economics and key development topics.
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Analyzes economic and development issues in Asia and the Pacific, including GDP growth rates and inflation forecasts.
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Key Indicators for Asia and the Pacific
Data on the economic, financial, social, and environmental situations in the region.
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Yearly reviews and analysis of ADB's operations, projects, internal administration, and financial management.
Tracking Impact, Driving Progress
Outcomes delivered by ADB’s completed operations in 2024.
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23.1 million people
benefiting from improved health services, education services, or social protection -
50.2 million tCO2e*
in reduced greenhouse gas emissions annually*tCO2e = ton of carbon dioxide equivalent
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1.1 million jobs
directly generated
Discovering Development
High-quality commentary and insights from development experts.
