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.
Publications and Documents
Explore our data-rich research, policy analysis, toolkits, guidelines, and other resources on economics and key development topics. Our operational documents are also available in this section.
Country Sector and Thematic Assessments
Country Sector and Thematic Assessments document the current assessment and strategic assistance priorities of the Asian Development Bank and the governments of its member countries.
Cambodia: Energy Sector Assessment, Strategy, and Road Map
This publication focuses on the strategic investment priorities of ADB in the energy sector of Cambodia.
Managing Water Resources for Sustainable Socioeconomic Development: A Country Water Assessment for the People’s Republic of China
This study provides an overview of the water security situation in the People’s Republic of China.
Philippines: Energy Sector Assessment, Strategy, and Road Map
This assessment, strategy, and road map documents the status and strategic priorities of the Philippines’ energy sector.
Nepal Energy Sector Assessment, Strategy, and Road Map
This report on Nepal's energy sector highlights key development constraints, government plans, and assesses support from development partners such as ADB.
Tourism Sector Assessment, Strategy, and Road Map for Cambodia, Lao PDR, Myanmar, and Viet Nam (2016-2018)
This report documents tourism sector investment priorities of ADB and the governments of Cambodia, the Lao People’s Democratic Republic, Myanmar, and Viet Nam.
Private Sector Assessment for Palau: Policies for Sustainable Growth Revisited
While the private sector in Palau still faces significant challenges, commendable advancements that have been made.
Myanmar: Energy Assessment, Strategy, and Road Map
This assessment highlights Myanmar’s energy sector performance, major development constraints, government plans, and future ADB support strategy.
Addressing Water Security in the People’s Republic of China: The 13th Five-Year Plan (2016-2020) and Beyond
The People’s Republic of China (PRC) is known as one of the most water-stressed countries in the world and must protect and develop its freshwater resources for continuing development.
Indonesia: Energy Sector Assessment, Strategy, and Road Map
This latest energy sector assessment, strategy, and road map for Indonesia highlights energy sector performance, major development constraints, and government development plans and strategy.
Realizing the Urban Potential in Georgia: National Urban Assessment
A rapid assessment of the urban sector in Georgia was conducted to understand key urbanization trends and patterns of growth and analyze challenges and opportunities.