Pakistan and ADB

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Hybrid Solar-Wind Energy System Brings Electricity to Pakistan Rural Areas

Pakistan's first hybrid solar-wind energy system provides 50 kilowatts to over 500 people in 80 households. Watch video
Swiss Embassy, ADB Sign Agreement to Support National Disaster Risk Management Fund in Pakistan

The Embassy of Switzerland in Pakistan and ADB signed an agreement to support the National Disaster Risk Management Fund (NDRMF). NDRMF was recently established by the Government of Pakistan to finance investments in disaster risk reduction and preparedness.
ADB Energy Assistance Works. Just Ask Pakistani Fisherman Ismatullah Mangi

ADB continues a focus on infrastructure development and institutional reforms in Pakistan through its country partnership strategy.
Pakistan Must Address Fiscal Challenges, Revive Exports to Sustain Growth — ADB

Pakistan’s economy is projected to maintain strong growth in fiscal year (FY) 2018 as power supply in the country improves, manufacturing and crop harvests strengthen, and consumption expenditure and investments rise, according to a new ADB report.

The Government of Pakistan has worked with ADB to strengthen the country’s key infrastructure, boost social and environmental safeguards, and promote information sharing with other countries.

The country partnership strategy, 2015-2019 for Pakistan continues to focus on infrastructure development and institutional reforms. It outlines financial assistance in six key sectors: energy; transport; agriculture, natural resources, and rural development; water and other urban infrastructure and services; public sector management; and finance

Pakistan is a member of the Central Asia Regional Economic Cooperation (CAREC) Program.

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Publication 15 Oct 2018

Green Finance in Pakistan: Barriers and Solutions
A green energy policy can help Pakistan meet its energy requirements while reducing its dependence on imports and lowering the cost of energy.
News from Country Offices 05 Oct 2018

ADB Affirms Support for Pakistan's Development Agenda
ADB Vice-President Mr. Wencai Zhang affirmed ADB’s support for the Government of Pakistan’s new development and reform agenda during his 2-day visit to the country from 4 to 5 October.
News from Country Offices 26 Sep 2018

Agriculture, Industry Drive Robust Growth in Pakistan Amid Looming Challenges — ADB
Pakistan’s economy accelerated to 5.8%, the highest in 13 years, in Fiscal Year (FY) 2018 ending on 30 June 2018. The robust growth is credited to an uptick in industry, better agricultural crops, and an expanding services sector...