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.
Raghbendra Jha
Sustainable Development and Climate Change Department (SDCC)
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Public Debt Sustainability in Developing Asia
If the Asia-Pacific region is to continue to serve as an engine for global growth, its public debt must be sustainable. This book addresses this issue for the region as a whole and for the People's Republic of China, India, and Viet Nam.
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Approaches to Combat Hunger in Asia and the Pacific
The Millennium Development Goals envision halving the incidence of poverty and hunger by 2015 and call for major improvements in the provision of basic services.