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.
Shigehiro Shinozaki
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The Russian Invasion of Ukraine and Its Impact on Digitalized Small Firms in Central and West Asia: Evidence from Rapid Surveys
The Russian invasion of Ukraine led to several changes in the business environment in Central and West Asia.
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Informal Micro, Small, and Medium-Sized Enterprises and Digitalization: Evidence from Surveys in Indonesia
Formalizing informal micro, small, and medium-sized enterprises is critical to boosting national productivity, creating quality jobs, and promoting inclusive growth.
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COVID-19 Impact on Micro, Small, and Medium-Sized Enterprises under the Lockdown: Evidence from a Rapid Survey in the Philippines
Micro, small, and medium-sized enterprises are evolving under a new normal that requires a more contactless society.
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Microfinance Client Protection in Asia and the Pacific: Lessons from ADB-Smart Campaign Training Programs
Microfinance institutions provide small funds and related services to vulnerable groups, and are crucial to helping them escape poverty and sustain businesses.
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Capital Market Financing for SMEs: A Growing Need in Emerging Asia
This paper explores the potential of capital market financing for small and medium-sized enterprises in emerging Asia.
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Asian Development Bank Trade Finance Survey: Major Findings
Findings from this survey suggest that trade finance gaps exist and need to be addressed because of the strong links between trade finance, business expansion, and job creation.
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A New Regime of SME Finance in Emerging Asia: Empowering Growth-Oriented SMEs to Build Resilient National Economies
This paper discusses possible financing modalities for growth-oriented small and medium enterprises toward a resilient regional economy in Asia.