日本・アジア開発銀行のアジアにおける貧困との戦い

The Japan Fund for Poverty Reduction (JFPR) was established in May 2000 and provides direct grant assistance to the poorest and most vulnerable groups in developing member countries (DMCs) of the Asian Development Bank (ADB) while fostering long-term social and economic development. The grants target poverty reduction initiatives with the direct participation of nongovernment organizations (NGOs), community groups, and civil society. Contributions totaling $446 million have been received from the Government of Japan as of 30 December 2010. This brochure provides general information on the Japan Fund for Poverty Reduction (JFPR).