ADB is committed to achieving a prosperous, inclusive, resilient, and sustainable Asia and the Pacific, while sustaining its efforts to eradicate extreme poverty.
Established in 1966, it is owned by 68 members—49 from the region.
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ADB supports projects in developing member countries that create economic and development impact, delivered through both public and private sector operations, advisory services, and knowledge support.
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The Pacific Islands: Building Resilience to Natural Disasters
Across the region, ADB is committed to preparing climate change risk assessments for all its infrastructure investments in the Pacific.
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The Pacific Islands: The Push for Renewable Energy
A structural shift is taking place in the Pacific islands, as countries move away from fossil fuels in favor of more climate friendly forms of energy.
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The Pacific Islands: Connecting Countries to Each Other and the World
Connectivity in the Pacific has two components: the physical and the digital. ADB has been working with development partners to help people and businesses overcome their isolation.
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How SOE Reform Has Transformed Timor-Leste's First Commercial Bank
BNCTL has come a long way since it began its gradual journey transforming into Timor-Leste’s first commercial bank with help from ADB and the Government of Australia.
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Sustainable Development in Asia and the Pacific Will Boost Long-Term Growth - Marvin Taylor-Dormond and Vinod Thomas
To tackle the emerging development challenges facing the region, policymakers, and crucially policy advice, need to use measures of sustainable development.
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Building Solid Foundations and Resilience for Fiji's Economy
ADB's new country partnership strategy for Fiji includes promoting private sector investment, broadening access to economic and social services, and building resilience, says ADB's Masayuki Tachiiri.
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How ADB Supports Development in Pacific Island Countries
ADB's James Lynch explains how Pacific island countries can reduce costs, manage risk, and create value to address the unique set of challenges and opportunities they face.